Monar Jonban Monument
14th-century Isfahan shrine with oscillating minaret
Twin swinging minarets in Isfahan known locally for their vibration: pushing one causes both to oscillate due to their construction; tourists test the phenomenon and study Safavid‑era details.
Monar Jonban at a Glance#
Address: Monar Jonban, Isfahan, Iran (near central Isfahan)
Admission: Small entry fee for access to the complex or surrounding shrine areas may apply
How to Get to Monar Jonban#
Located in central Isfahan, it is a short taxi ride or a 20-30 minute walk from Naqsh-e Jahan Square. Local buses and taxis serve the historic core; consult a local map to find the small lane network leading to the shrine.
Tips for Visiting Monar Jonban#
- Attend at times of lower light to photograph the twin minarets' interior shadows.
- Local guides can explain the structural 'shaking' demonstrations and the mosque's acoustic tricks that are lost in terse labels.
- Respect prayer times and dress codes if entering active religious spaces.
Best Time to Visit Monar Jonban#
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Isfahan's open-air monuments; summers can be very hot and winters chilly.
Weather & Climate near Monar Jonban#
Monar Jonban's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 35°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
