Покатушки в Шахимарданский экслав

The urban-type settlement of Shakhimardan is located 55 km from Fergana. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that it is surrounded by Kyrgyz territory and is located at an altitude of 1,550 meters. Shakhimardan has the purest mountain air, and is washed on both sides by two rivers, the Ok-su and Kok-su. The word "Shakhimardan" in translation from Persian means "ruler of people". According to legend, the appearance of this place is associated with the fourth caliph Hazrat Ali, the son-in-law of the prophet Muhammad. The caliph often visited this picturesque place, so it is believed that he was buried here and the place became holy. On this territory, in honor of the great ruler, a beautiful architectural complex was built, including a mosque and a mausoleum. The nature of one of the most picturesque corners is famous for its transparent mountain rivers and healing springs, magnificent slopes and hollows. Just seven kilometers from Shakhimardan there is a natural wonder – the blue lake Kurbankul. The fabulous lake with the purest and clearest water is located in the middle of the mountains of the Alay ridge.