The photos are of the Gobarau Minaret, an stunning structure built over 500 years ago sometime during the reign of King Muhammadu Korau during 1348-1398.
The structure was constructed from clay baked by the sun. Stairs wind along the outside. The top of the minaret is only accessible from the inner passages.
At the very top, you can peek out an opening that once served as watch tower for invaders.
View of Katsina from the top
In the courtyard below, plenty of football players.
Kid peeking in on the baturi.
Where there is one, there's always two.
Just a fantastic minaret.
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This photo needs to be updated. The Gobarau Minaret has undergone some renovation work last year through a small grant from the United States Embassy's Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation. It's now wearing a new look.
Thanks.
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