Khiva, UzbekistanAbout this attraction
The Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasa stands in the western part of Itchan Kala, Khiva's walled old city, close to the Kunya-Ark. It was built during the reign of Muhammad Amin Khan (1845 to 1855), the same ruler who started the Kalta Minor beside it.
The building's long brick facade faces the main square at the western gate, and Kalta Minor rises right next to its entrance. Together they form the first view many travelers have of Khiva after entering Itchan Kala. The madrasa shows the 19th century style of Khorezm, with a deep entrance portal and a ring of student cells around a courtyard. It is a good place to start a walk and to get oriented in the old town.
- Opening hours
- One listing gives 09:00-20:00 Mon-Sat (globalconnect.uz) with no corroboration and it may be an office schedule; not used. Unverified, read 2026-11-11
- Time to allow
- 20 to 40 minutes
- Good for
- History lovers, Photographers, First-time visitors
Where to pray
A historic madrasa and not a working mosque in sources read. Modest dress is appreciated in Khiva's old town.
Must see
The grand entrance portal and the Kalta Minor beside it.
Location
Itchan Kala, near the West Gate (Ota Darvoza), Khiva, Uzbekistan
DirectionsNearby
Within 5 km, nearest first.
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