Unesco Heritage Site Haiku - Minaret Of Jam, Afghtanistan Poem by john tiong chunghoo

Unesco Heritage Site Haiku - Minaret Of Jam, Afghtanistan



minaret of jam - between
the intricate carvings
my awe

minaret of jam
the blue that takes me
to the sea

standing tall
in all the fightings
minaret of jam

echoes of eagles
soaring in the river valley too
the minaret of jam

minaret of jam
a charming history
soaring into sky

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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. - Unesco web
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john tiong chunghoo

john tiong chunghoo

Sibu, Sarawak, Borneo East Malaysia
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