In front of you are archaeological artefacts belonging to the ancient city of Otrar.
The main routes of the Great Silk Road passed through Otrar. As a result, the city developed and flourished. It had caravanserais, cultural centres, and rich libraries.
On the wall in front of you are silver coins dating back to the 13th century, which were in circulation at that time and came from Iran, Iraq, and China. You can also see silver earrings, belt fragments, and different types of bracelets, including cast, twisted, and braided bracelets.
The remains of ancient bathhouses were also discovered in Otrar. These sites have been studied and restored.
The exhibition also presents decorated glazed ceramic vessels. Their glaze and colours have survived to the present day. These vessels are distinguished by their beauty and elegant decoration.
Here you can also see brick facing elements used in construction, as well as water pipes known as “tashlau.”
Water was supplied to Otrar through a water-supply system connected with the Arys River. Clean water was brought into the city, while wastewater was carried outside through special pipes.
In this sense, the system can be considered a kind of sewerage system of medieval Otrar.
