Ali minaret ( fa, مناره علی) is a historical
minaret in
Isfahan,
Iran
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. It is close to the Ali mosque. This minaret is the oldest minaret in Isfahan, which dates back to the 11th century. This minaret is in height and is the second highest historical minaret in Isfahan after the
Sarban minaret. It is said that this minaret was originally , but its height has been decreased in the course of time. There are four
inscription
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s on the Ali minaret. One of the inscriptions is made of
brick and the others are made of
ceramic
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.
See also
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References
Towers completed in the 11th century
Minarets in Iran
Buildings and structures in Isfahan
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