The mausoleum of Aisha Bibi

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The mausoleum of Aisha Bibi Aisha Bibi mausoleum of the XII century, situated in the village Aisha Bibi of Jambyl region in 18 kilometers from Taraz town is the architectural monument of the Republic significance. The foundation of the mausoleum is cubic. The massive columns are set in four corners. Small niches, small columns, arches, lancet arches, terracotta facing tile were used in decoration. In the patterns of the mausoleum the traditional kinds of ornamental art of ancient Kazakh tribes harmonize. They include the geometrical zoomorphic and solaris motives that go back to the art of Andron and Saks tribes. The first researcher of the mausoleum in 1893 was Russian archeologist Vasiliy Bartold. In 1960 the protection glass dome for the protection of the mausoleum was constructed, and it was used for observing and tourist aims. In 2002 Nishan Rameto was employed for restoration of the architectural monument and construction of the park around it.