History of Timurid architecture in second half of 14th and 15th Century In Khorasan and Transoxiana

Timurid architecture, in many aspects, is impressed by Seljuq to Ilkhan architecture, which is viewed by the experts as normal substitute of Ilkhan architecture. In this paper, by use of historical evidences and monuments remained from Timurid dynasty and mentioning significant initiations of this period; it is suggested that the developed Timurid architecture differs from Ilkhan one from the type point of view, grade and rank. Also, the role of Timur in creating the new style of 'Timurid architecture' is identified and its features are classified in order to draw a distinction between Timurid architecture and previous styles. Here, the effects of Timurid style architecture on the architecture in next eras have also been studied. Timurid dynasty as an important part of the history of architecture due to its current geographical extent and political borders has less been studied by the researchers, since historical buildings of Timurid dynasty are located in a variety of countries such as Iran, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, where are hard to access. This paper, by presenting introducing historical evidences, identifies the style and characteristics of Timurid architecture and will expose it to be criticized further by the experts. [SeyedHesamodin Tabibian. History of Timurid architecture in second half of 14th and 15th CenturyIn Khorasan and Transoxiana. Life Sci J 2012;9(4):4107-4110]. (ISSN: 1097-8135). http://www.lifesciencesite.com. 610