Toqi Telpak Furushon
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| Location | Bukhara, Uzbekistan |
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| Coordinates | 39°46′25″N 64°25′02″E / 39.77361°N 64.41722°E |
| Type | Bazaar |
| Beginning date | 1570 |
| Completion date | 1571 |
The Toqi Telpak Furushon (Uzbek: Toqi Telpakfurushon) is a bazaar located in Bukhara, which forms part of its historic centre.[1] This architectural monument was built in 1571 during the reign of Shaibani ruler Abdullah Khan II.[2][3] Currently, it is included in the national list of real estate objects of material and cultural heritage of Uzbekistan.
The Toqi Telpak Furushon was built between 1570 and 1571.[4][3] Toqi Tepakfurushon was constructed during the reign of the Shaybanid ruler Abdullaxon II in the 16th century and was located in close proximity to the marketplace in Bukhara.[4] In the middle centuries, various names were given to this place over time. It was known for selling different items such as fur hats, sheepskin coats, magnificent fabrics, and exotic turbans.[5] The name "Toqi Tepakfurushon" has been associated with this marketplace in different eras. The Toqi Tepakfurushon dome is preserved and prominent, making it second in size in that direction. For example, it has been known by names like "Choharsuyi Oxan", "Toqi Kitobfurushon", and "Toqi Khwaja Muhammad Parron".[6] Later names include "Toqi Allofi" and "Toqi Ordfurushon". During the middle centuries, booksellers' shops were also present in the marketplace.[7] In the vicinity of Toqi Tepakfurushon, there are currently ironworking shops and bathhouses. Nowadays, Toqi Telpakfurushon hosts trade stalls and craft workshops. In the years of independence, Toqi Telpakfurushon underwent renovations.