Manare Golpayegan

Golpayegan Minaret is the tallest minaret of Iran, which is 18 meters high. This minaret is located in the city of Golpayegan, Isfahan province.

The Golpayegan Minaret is one of the highest minarets in Iran that also called the Mil Golpayegan. This minaret built about 900 years ago and constructed during the Seljuk period. The Golpayegan has two doors and a staircase inside it. The lower and upper parts of the minaret are restored and have a brick inscription. This inscription is written in the Kufic and is without a date. its inscription text is from the Qur'an. There are two staircases that can be climbed about 64 stairs to the top of the minaret. It is said that the minaret built to guide the caravans and install the lights above it. The Golpayegan Minaret registered in the national works of Iran on June 28, 1315.

• Accommodation

There are two hotels in Golpayegan. Googad Castle Hotel is one o the best hotel in Golpayegan. Also, another best hotel in Golpayegan is TOURISM Hotel.

What is the best time to go?

Isfahan has a mild and dry climate. The highest temperature is 39 degrees in the summer and, the lowest temperature in winter is minus 18 degrees Celsius. The best months of travel to Isfahan, Farvardin, and May. You must know that April is one of the busiest months in Isfahan.

• Getting there?

Distance between center of Isfahan and the city of Golpayegan is about two hours and 20 minutes by car. This minaret is located on Imam Street.