the minerat is an element of Islamic building ( the mousques ) , it is like a landmark of islmic cityes and countries , or Islamic hood if it being in non-Muslim country
it is so tall tower with alot of details and decoration , in so traditional way , it is the second impotrtant element in the mosques after the dome
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sorry for spilling
The tallest ancient minerat in India is Qutab Minar
it is called Minaret (or Minareh مناره) and is for calling Muslims to pray.