Historic Afghan minaret 'threatened'

(ANSA) - Rome, August 28 - One of Afghanistan's architectural marvels, the minaret of Jam, is in danger of collapse, officials have told the BBC.
    Centuries of neglect and frequent floods are threatening the 800-year-old structure in remote Ghor province. The 65m (213-foot) monument - thought to be the world's second-tallest brick minaret - is already on the UN list of world heritage sites in danger. But officials have told the BBC that there is not enough money to protect it and more flooding could bring it down.