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Mudhafaria Minaret

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Mudhafaria Minaret

The Mudhafaria Minaret is an old minaret dating back to the 12th century AD. it is located in the new Minaret Park on the west region of Arbil, Iraq. The minaret is composed of a high octagonal base and a tall cylindrical shaft, with a balcony located between the base and the shaft.