Iraq
The Fortress of Al-Ukhaidar
The Fortress of Al-Ukhaidar is an Abassid palace-fortress erected in 775 AD with a unique defensive style. The large, rectangular structure consists of two fortified enclosures. The outer one has towers and a wall with loopholes. The inner one comprises a primary hall, a large Iwan, a reception hall and servants quarters. The fortress stood in the desert on an important trade route.
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Official Information
- Full Name
- The Fortress of Al-Ukhaidar (ID: 1467)
- Country
- Iraq
- Status
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On tentative list 2000
Site history
History of The Fortress of Al-Ukhaidar
- 2000: Added to Tentative List
- Added to tentative list
- Criteria
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- UNESCO
- whc.unesco.org
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UNESCO.org
- whc.unesco.org — whc.unesco.org
Related Resources
- muslimheritage.com — Muslim heritage
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- Community Category
- Secular structure: Military and Fortifications
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