SCIENTIFIC RESTORATION WORKS ARE UNDERWAY AT THE ZHARKENT MOSQUE

The RSE KazRestoration is carrying out scientific restoration works at the Zharkent Mosque, located in Panfilov District of Zhetysu Region. The restoration aims to preserve the monument's architectural integrity and historical appearance while ensuring its long-term conservation.

As part of the restoration, the mosque's weathered roofs have been cleaned and their surfaces restored using specialized conservation techniques. A protective primer has been applied prior to painting, after which the roofs were repainted in a rich green color. In addition, the mosque's minaret, veranda (iwan), the tower of the entrance portal, and the side gates have been restored, while the protective bird-proof mesh has been replaced.

The project also includes the restoration of all 52 exterior wooden support columns, the conservation of the brick plaster on the façades, the reconstruction of faded decorative paintings on the frames, and the cleaning of the carved wooden ornaments throughout the monument. Furthermore, specialists are restoring the exterior brick surfaces of the entrance portal, removing moss from the dome using a specialized conservation solution, and repairing and repainting the perimeter fencing surrounding the site.

As part of the site's landscaping works, sand bedding will be prepared for pedestrian walkways, followed by the installation of stone paving slabs. KazRestoration will complete all scientific restoration works at the Zharkent Mosque within the established timeframe in accordance with the approved work schedule.

At the same time, the enterprise is actively implementing the instruction of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to facilitate the nomination of the unique Zharkent Mosque for inclusion on the UNESCO World Heritage List.