The Minaret of Jam, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Afghanistan, recognized in 2002 and listed as World Heritage in Danger, is a 12th-century brick tower standing 65 meters tall, built by the Ghurid Dynasty in a remote river valley. Adorned with intricate stucco and tile work, it reflects Islamic architectural brilliance and marks a once-thriving medieval city now lost to time. This isolated monument showcases Afghanistan’s cultural heritage, enduring despite erosion and conflict threats.

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