Arystan Bab Mausoleum
Арыстан баб кесенесі
The mausoleum of Arystan Bab, Yasawi’s spiritual teacher. Following pilgrimage tradition, visit here before going to Yasawi’s mausoleum.
Arystan Bab is traditionally regarded as Yasawi’s spiritual teacher, and pilgrims usually pay their respects here before going on to Turkestan. The original mausoleum dates from the 12th century, but most of the surviving structure was rebuilt in the early 20th century. It has twin domes and a carved wooden-pillared portico, and nearby are an underground mosque and a holy well. The site is in Otrar District, about 50 km from Turkestan. It takes about 1 hour by hired car, and is often combined with the ancient Otrar ruins for a day trip. Entry is free, but dress modestly.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Otrar
- Kultobe Settlement
- Juma Mosque, Turkistan
- Keruen Saray
- Khilvet Underground Mosque
- Mausoleum of Rabiga Sultan Begim
- Mausoleum of Esim Khan
- Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi