Saving the Shrine of Abu Sakhyt Abul Khaira

$22.2K USD

Funder	Department of State
Recipient Organization	U.S. Government - Department of State
Country	Turkmenistan
Start Date	Jan 06, 2003
End Date	Feb 23, 2008
Duration	1,874 days
Number of Grantees	2
Roles	Recipient
Data Source	US Foreign Aid
Grant ID	`77520-48`

Grant Description

Funds will strengthen and conserve the 11th century Shrine of Abu Sakhyt Abul Khaira.

The site is an important cultural site for the citizens of Turkmenistan and is one of the last remaining structures attributed to the master architects of this era.

The project consists of restoring the majolica tiles, strengthening the structure and producing an educational brochure about the historical significance of the site.