Minaret of Ali Mosque

The Minaret of Ali Mosque reaches 48 meters in height and features cylindrical construction with traditional brick patterns and geometric decorations throughout its structure.

Dating from approximately 1200, this structure represents a significant shift in architectural design during the Seljuk period, when cylindrical minarets became standard features.

The minaret displays the integration of Persian, Islamic, and Central Asian architectural elements through its decorative brickwork and structural composition.

Located at coordinates 32.665556 latitude and 51.682944 longitude, the minaret functions as part of the Ali Mosque complex in Isfahan's District 3.

The structure combines brick, mortar, and tile materials to create intricate geometric patterns that demonstrate advanced masonry techniques of medieval Persian builders.

Location: District 3

Official opening: 12 century

Architectural style: Seljuk architecture

Height: 48 m

Made from material: brick, mortar, tile

Part of: Ali Mosque (Isfahan)

GPS coordinates: 32.66556,51.68294

Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:40