Utterly unique is the 11^th to 12^th century Aisha-bibi Mausoleum, found in the village of the same name in Zhambyl Province, 17km from Taraz. Every visitor to the region should be compelled to visit this masterpiece of medieval architecture, a ‘holy place’ revered in the Muslim world. Only one original wall from the west facade and small fragments from other parts of the mausoleum were preserved over the many centuries since its construction. The revival of the monument was discussed at length by historians, archaeologists and restoration architects before finally being accomplished at the beginning of the 21^st century. Restoration works were carried out over three years, from 2002 to 2005, by specialists from the Turkestan branch of the state organisation ‘Kazrestoration’. The mausoleum was revealed in all its beauty in the spring of 2005.