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Description

Property Name: Bishkek Central Mosque
Inventory No: 996-312-1
Date of infill of the inventory form: 2010-01-12
Country (State party): Kyrgyzstan
Province: Bishkek
Town:
Geographic coordinates: 42° 52′ 9.52″ N
37° 37′ 16.26″ E
Historic Period: 19th century, 2nd half
Year of Construction: 1886, rebuilt late 20th century
Style:
Original Use: Mosque
Current Use:Mosque
Architect: Unknown

Significance
Central Mosque, which is one of the oldest structures in Bishkek was built in 1886 and renovated in late 20th century.

Selection Criteria
vi. to be directly or tangibly associated with events or living traditions, with ideas, or with beliefs, with artistic and literary works of outstanding universal significance

State of Preservation
The mosque was renovated in late 20th century and was well-kept.
Good condition and open to prayers.

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