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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | -2° - 8° | 1° | 24 mm | some cloud | 59% | 1.6 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.1h |
| February | Very Good | -1° - 11° | 3° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 56% | 2.3 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Very Good | 3° - 15° | 7° | 30 mm | mostly sunny | 49% | 2.8 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 8° - 21° | 15° | 17 mm | some cloud | 46% | 3.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.9h |
| May | Ideal | 12° - 26° | 19° | 10 mm | mostly sunny | 32% | 3.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.7h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 32° | 24° | 1 mm | clear | 18% | 2.6 m/s | 2.9 extreme | 14.1h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 35° | 27° | 1 mm | clear | 17% | 2.6 m/s | 2.8 extreme | 13.9h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 34° | 26° | 1 mm | clear | 17% | 2.5 m/s | 2.6 extreme | 13.2h |
| September | Ideal | 14° - 30° | 22° | 0 mm | clear | 19% | 2.1 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 9° - 24° | 16° | 5 mm | clear | 29% | 1.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.2h |
| November | Excellent | 4° - 17° | 10° | 14 mm | mostly sunny | 48% | 1.5 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Very Good | 0° - 10° | 4° | 24 mm | mostly sunny | 58% | 1.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 9.9h |
