Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam World Heritage Site

Official name

Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam | UNESCO

Country

Afghanistan | Map

Continent

Asia

Location

Shahrak District, Ghur Province
34.3964° Lat, 64.5158° Lon | Map

Code

211

Time Zone

Asia/Kabul (+0430, +0430)

Current Time

Category

Cultural

Description

Inscribed 2002. The 65m-tall Minaret of Jam is a graceful, soaring structure, dating back to the 12th century. Covered in elaborate brickwork with a blue tile inscription at the top, it is noteworthy for the quality of its architecture and decoration, which represent the culmination of an architectural and artistic tradition in this region. Its impact is heightened by its dramatic setting, a deep river valley between towering mountains in the heart of the Ghur province.