HISTORICAL TOPOGRAPHY OF KESH-SHAHRISABZ

Аннотация

This article discusses the historical topography of Kesh-Shahrisabz. The migration of administrative centers from one region to another is typical of different historical periods, which were associated with natural - geographical, political and socio-economic reasons. Archaeological evidence suggests that most medieval cities in Kesh had an advanced defense system and arches. However, there are also fortified cities with fortifications (Choshtepa, Oltintepa). KEYWORDS Historical topography, Kesh-Shahrisabz, Arab geographers, information, Ibn Hawqal’s description, inner fortress, shahristan, rabod.