THE FORMATION OF COMMUNITY CENTERS IN MEDIEVAL CITIES

This article is dedicated to the architecture and urban planning history of medieval cities in Central Asia. The article provides information about the structure of cities, the intersection of caravan routes, and the formation of public centers. Chorsu, or intersections, are highlighted as the main element of city centers, where the interconnections between public buildings and administrative centers can be studied. The ensembles within cities, including mosques, madrasas, and trade domes, complemented each other, forming urban and neighborhood centers. The article discusses the functional aspects of cities, the structure of public centers, and the significance of neighborhood ensembles. It also presents information about the planning of construction processes in the Middle Ages, artistic ideas, and architectural techniques. This research aims to enhance the importance of Central Asian culture and architectural heritage through an in-depth study of the history of cities.