Dictionary of Islamic Architecture   Badgir Iranian term for wind tower. Tall chimney-like structure which projects above the roof of a building to expel warm air in the day and trap cooler breezes at night. Definition See also Mulqaf Related ArchNet Materials   Images IIR0238 Detail view of ground level badgirs IAA2699 Wind tower on the roof IAA2700 Wind towers and dome IIR0438 View of the northeast corner of the... Search Alphabetically A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Legal Notes Contact ArchNet