The image shows a close-up, low-angle view of the Kalta Minor Minaret and the adjacent Madrasah in Khiva, Uzbekistan, under a clear blue sky with scattered wispy clouds. The iconic turquoise-tiled minaret is partially visible on the right, catching the warm golden light of what appears to be sunset. The building's facade is constructed from weathered brick, adorned with intricate blue and white geometric and calligraphic tilework, especially around the arched windows and the base of the minaret. The main structure in the foreground features a large, ornate archway, also decorated with detailed tilework, leading into a darker interior space. The architectural style is characteristic of Central Asian Islamic design, with pointed arches and decorative patterns. The lighting suggests either early morning or late afternoon, casting long shadows and highlighting the textures of the brick and tiles. No people are visible in the frame, and the scene is static. The foreground shows the top of a lower brick wall, with some patterned fabric visible underneath.

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Tue, Jun 9, 2026, 03:04 PM

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The image shows a close-up, low-angle view of the Kalta Minor Minaret and the adjacent Madrasah in Khiva, Uzbekistan, under a clear blue sky with scattered wispy clouds. The iconic turquoise-tiled min…read more

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