CULTURAL LIFE AND SCIENCE IN THE QARAKHANI PERIOD

The Karakhanid state (9th-12th centuries) was one of the most important cultural centers in Central Asia. During this period, Islamic culture flourished, science developed, and many historical monuments were built. Works such as Yusuf Khos Hojib's "Qutadgu Bilig" and Mahmud al-Kashgari's "Divan Lugat at-Turk" represent the spiritual heritage of the Karakhanid era. Madrasahs and libraries were established, emphasizing education and learning. The development of architecture and applied arts also indicates the cultural rise of this period.