"Minaret"

A minaret is a tall, slender tower typically found on mosques, used in Islamic architecture. It serves two main purposes: architectural beauty and functionality. The minaret is where the call to prayer, known as the adhan, is announced, inviting worshippers to attend prayers. Minarets vary in design and height, often adorned with intricate patterns and sometimes topped with a crescent moon or other decorative elements. They symbolize a community's faith and presence, marking the mosque's location within a city or town, and are an important part of Islamic cultural heritage.