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| The Ulugbek Observatory in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, is one of the most remarkable scientific monuments of the Timurid Empire. Built in the 15th century by Mirzo Ulugbek, an eminent astronomer and ruler, this observatory was a leading center for astronomical study. The remnants of the observatory, including the monumental sextant used to study the stars, stand as a symbol of Uzbekistanââ¬â¢s rich |
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