Nigeria: Gobarau - Story of the 664-Year Old Minaret

11 November 2012

Katsina — The Gobarau minaret is believed to be one of the tallest buildings in Katsina State.

The tower is also said to have been constructed 664 years ago. The minaret reflects the Timbuktu style architecture. Though it was built for religious purposes, the Gobarau was converted to a security tower and it is now a tourist attraction. Sunday Trust's correspondent visited the tower and filed this report.

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