The elaborately decorated tombs at Shah-I Zinda in Samarkand employ the modular plan and tall blue double-shelled domes, characteristic of architecture built during the __________ dynasty.

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The Timurid dynasty was known for employing the modular plan and tall blue double-shelled domes in their architecture. Shah-I Zinda in Samarkand is an example of this style, with elaborately decorated tombs featuring these characteristics. The Nasrid dynasty was based in Granada, Spain and their architecture is known for its intricate plasterwork and decoration. The Mughal dynasty was based in South Asia and known for their use of red sandstone and white marble in their buildings. The Safavid dynasty was based in Iran and known for their use of blue tiles in their architecture.

The Elaborately Decorated Tombs at Shah-I Zinda in Samarkand Employ