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CultureKazakhstan’s rock-hewn mosques gain UNESCO World Heritage recognition

Five rock-hewn mosques and related sacred sites dating from the 12th to 18th centuries have become Kazakhstan’s newest UNESCO World Heritage property. The complexes preserve centuries of Sufi tradition alongside much older beliefs.

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Eeuronews★★☆☆☆2026-10-09 11:00Original

Kazakhstan’s rock-hewn mosques gain UNESCO World Heritage recognition
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