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Al-Rustaq Fort

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Al-Rustaq Fort

Al-Rustaq Fort, Rostaq Fort, is an Islamic fort located in Al Batinah Governorate Oman. The fort was originally built in 1250 AD, and was renovated in the 17th century AD.

Site Information

Country: Oman

District: Al Batinah South Governorate

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 13th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Islamic

Later Cultures: Islamic

Site Features: Islamic Monuments

UNESCO Tentative List

Part of: The forts of Rostaq and al-Hazm

Date of Submission: 1988

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