Historic site · Afghanistan
Minaret of Jam
Minaret in Ghor Province, Afghanistan
About Minaret of Jam
The Minaret of Jam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in western Afghanistan. It is located in a remote and nearly inaccessible region of Shahrak District, Ghor Province, between the Jam and Hari Rivers. The 62 m (203 ft) or 65 m (213 ft) high minaret was built c. 1190, entirely of baked bricks, and is famous for its intricate brick, stucco and glazed tile decoration, which consists of alternating bands of Kufic and Naskhi calligraphy, geometric patterns, and verses from the Qur'an. Since 2002, the minaret has remained on the list of World Heritage in Danger, under serious threat of erosion, and has not been actively preserved.
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Best time to go: May – September
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Where is Minaret of Jam?
Minaret of Jam is in Afghanistan. The nearest city is Shahrak, about 38 km away.
When is the best time to visit Minaret of Jam?
The most comfortable months to visit Minaret of Jam are May – September: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
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