ALTYBAI MAUSOLEUM

ybai Mausoleum is an architectural monument of XIX-XX centuries. It is dedicated to Altybai Batyr from Tarakty stem, Argyn tribe of the Middle Zhuz.

It is located on the bank of Shazhagay River near Kushoky Mountains. The height of the mausoleum's walls is 2.5 m, the width is 0.8 m and the height of the cupola is 3.5 m.

The mausoleum was constructed from loam. The foundation of the mausoleum was made in the form of semi-circular low pillars with small openings. The construction is covered with three-tier cupola. An arc-shaped corridor is located from north-west of the entrance door. A fence surrounds the construction.

Altybai Mausoleum being the monument of the Kazakh architectural art is distinguished by its peculiar architecture.

  

Source: Kazakhstan, National Encyclopedia, Volume 1.