The Emin Minaret was built in 1777 to honor the exploits of local general, Emin Khoja. It was completed in about a year, and, at 44 meters tall, is the tallest minaret in China. Emin Khoja led the Uyghurs of Turpan to join with the Qing Dynasty for protection against the Mongol Dzungars.
Emin-Minarett, Turpan, Xinjiang, China (Directions)
