Yalta - one of the most beautiful southern cities in the vicinity of which at any time loved to equip their summer residences are rich and noble people. Until now, many historic lush estates and luxury summer houses have been preserved. One of the modern attractions of the city is the Palace of the Emir of Bukhara.
The owner of the eastern residence in Yalta
The appearance of a unique palace in the eastern style of Yalta is due to the emir of Bukhara, whose full name is Seyid-Abdul-Akhat Khan. The ruler was the seventh in the Mantyg dynasty, leading its race from Genghis Khan himself. For Bukhara, the emir is above all a great reformer who eradicated slavery in the country. The name of Seyid-Abdul-Akhat Khan has always entered the history of the Russian Empire. Emir warmly related to Emperor Nicholas II and his family, more than once donated personal funds for the construction of public buildings in Russia and the implementation of other projects. An interesting fact is that Seid-Abdul-Akhat Khan became the posthumous honorary citizen of Yalta, besides, one of the city streets was named in his honor. It is believed that the Emir of Bukhara Palace appeared in the southern city precisely because of the friendship of its owner with the emperor of the Russian Empire. Nicholas II and his family spent much of the summer in the Livadia Palace. He purchased land for the construction of his own residence and the emir of Bukhara.
Construction of the Emir of Bukhara Palace
The erection of the main house of the southern estate of Seyid-Abdul-Akhat-khan was begun in 1907. The author of the project, architect Nikolai Tarasov, took into account all the wishes of the customer. In the east, the richly decorated building remained refined and did not look overloaded with details. For its construction, the Kerch stone was used. The palace was completed in 4 years, after which Nicholas Tarasov, by the order of the emir, completed the complex with several more buildings. The residence is designed in Moorish style, the main building is a two-storey building. In its architecture gracefully combine semi-circular and rectangular forms, the facades are richly decorated with carvings, stucco molding and other decorative elements. The palace of the Emir of Bukhara is crowned with domes, the cornices are framed with parapets. Windows have traditional for the eastern architecture of the form of horseshoes. The pompous staircase leads to the palace, which is "guarded" by the sculptures of lions. According to the surviving descriptions, the interiors of the residence were decorated in rich bright colors. Probably, it is for this reason that quiet muted shades were chosen for the facade. This unexpected combination created a vivid contrast.
History of southern apartments
Emir of Bukhara called his residence Dilkiso, which in translation from his native language means "captivating", "fascinating". In 1911 Seid-Abdul-Akhat Khan died, and the palace in Yalta, like many other things, was inherited by his son, Seid-Mir-Alem-Dzhan-Tyury. The descendant of the Emir owned the apartments until 1917. After the revolution in the Russian Empire, the palace of the Emir of Bukhara was nationalized. In 1921, the Oriental Museum was opened in the luxurious main building of the complex . Three years later the building was transferred to the health resort. Before the Great Patriotic War, the palace moved several times from one sanatorium to another. During the years of the German occupation, the palace complex suffered considerable damage. A rich park of exotic plants planted under the emir was almost completely destroyed. Of all the buildings, only the main building of the residence has been preserved. After the end of hostilities, the palace remained abandoned for a long time. Only in the 70s of the last century restoration works were started. The restored masterpiece of architecture was transferred to the sanatorium "Yalta".
Condition of the building today
Since the beginning of the 1970s, the Emir of Bukhara Palace in Yalta has not been restored. This landmark looks spectacular on old postcards and promotional photos. But many tourists are disappointed to see it with their own eyes. The palace needs restoration. On the facade - peeling paint, plaster is strewed, in some places decorative elements are lost, the interiors are not preserved. Today the building is occupied by a library (the 8th building of the sanatorium "Yalta").
Where is the palace, can I get on it for a tour?
This landmark is considered one of the symbols of the city. At the same time, organized tourist groups do not lead to it. The palace is located on the territory of the health resort. The eastern building is visible from behind the fence, in order to approach it closer, you will have to negotiate with the guards personally. If you read the reviews of tourists, you can see that someone is getting it. But inside they do not let anyone in, except guests of the sanatorium. Where is this unique attraction? The Emir of Bukhara has the following address: Yalta, st. Sevastopol, 12/43. From the city railway station to the sanatorium "Yalta" you can get there by buses No. 5 and 13. Very near there is the Seaside Park - a favorite place for walks of many city residents and holidaymakers.
Interesting Facts
Emir of Bukhara was an active man. During his summer vacation, he actively participated in the improvement of Yalta. In his honor was named the Russian cruiser, the construction of which he also sponsored. Once the dome of the palace was crowned with a Muslim symbol - a crescent moon. Up to now, this decorative element has not survived. But if you are resting in Yalta during the new moon, you can make an original photo. Try to combine in the picture the top of the dome and the growing moon. This photo will be a real highlight of your vacation album.