The Mausoleum of Ibrahim Ata is built over the grave of Sheikh Ibrahim, the father of Ahmed Yasawi, and is located in the northeastern part of Sayram. He was a revered figure who spread sufi teachings and also was honored by the people for his sanctity. According to the legend Ibrahim was the 13th descendant of Isaak Baba, who was a descendant of Ali Abu Talib, the fourth of the «Four Rightly Guided Caliphs»
The Mausoleum of Karashash Ana is located on the land of the ancient city of Isfijab, now known as Sayram. This mausoleum is a historical monument from the 19th century, designed in the portal-dome style characteristic of medieval architecture prevalent in the Turkestan region.
The Mausoleum of Abdel Aziz Baba, dating back to the VIII century, is an architectural monument dedicated to the spirit of Abdel Aziz Baba, Located in the Sayram village, near Shymkent city. The current mausoleum was built in the XIX century on the site of a previous, dilapidated structure. Abdel Aziz Baba was a promoter and preacher of Islam in the territory of modern Kazakhstan.
Located in the central part of the Sairam village, the Mausoleum of Khoja Salikh stands along the road leading to the village of Karamurt. This XIX century mausoleum is distinct from the portal-dome mausoleums that preceded it. Its square-plan roof is adorned with two domes, one placed above the other. Unfortunately, the outer dome has not saved until nowadays.
One of the landmarks of Shymkent is the Mausoleum of Koshkar – Ata. Despite the absence of written records regarding the person buried here, numerous legends have emerged around his identity, passed down through generations. According to traditions, Koshkar – Ata held his spiritual heritage in high regard and was well-versed in the Quran and hadith.
The Minaret of Khizir is the only surviving structure of ancient Sayram, named after the prophet Khizir. Dated to the XIX century, it is located in one of Kazakhstan’s oldest cities — Shymkent, within the Sayram residential area. This architectural monument was constructed from fired brick and originally reached a height of 10.5 meters.
In Kazakh history, the Mound of Martobe is known as the area where the hill served as a steppe parliament. While there are many hills in the Kazakh steppe, Martobe is unique in its significance.
It was here that the very first Kurultai took place, where the elders of Kazakh clans and tribes gathered to discuss important issues concerning migration, grazing lands, and international relations.
The Mausoleum of Mirali Baba was constructed at the end of the XIX century over the grave of a revered holy figure and great scholar. This cubic structure, crowned with an impressive 9-meter tin dome, is situated in the center of the Sayram village, within the old cemetery, near the intersection of two main streets. The mausoleum measures 9.8 by 6.4 meters, with the dome reaching a height of 9 meters.
