Gondad Iran
August 31st 2016 GONBAD REST DAY 31 AUGUST, 2016. Blue sky, HOT, 42c.
Left hotel early to walk to the UNESCO World Heritage listed Goloshon Tower, 5 kms away. Built in 1006, it is famed for its cylindrical design, which became a core islamic architectural feature. It was 58 metres tall, constructed of brick. I always find it amazing how past builders built these large constructions without the modern tools availa
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