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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.
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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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