Al Aswad Castle

fortification

Al Aswad Castle

Al Aswad Castle or Maqniyat Fort is an old Islamic fort located in Ad Dhahirah Governorate, Oman. It is dating back to the 16th Century AD.

Site Information

Country: Oman

District: Ad Dhahirah Governorate

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 16th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Islamic

Later Cultures: Islamic

Site Features: Islamic Monuments

Prev | Next

Exact Location

Elevation: 724 m

UNESCO

World Heitage Sites in Oman Tentative Lists in Oman Intangible Heritage in Oman

Weather In Site


  • Humidity: %
  • Wind:
Powered by: OpenWeatherMap

Rating

Five
7
Four
4
Three
3
Two
2
One
3
Your Rating

3.5 average based on 19 reviews.

Related Sites

Mugabsha Defensive Wall
Jalan Fort
Wadi Hibi Fort
Mutrah Fort
Al Mintrib Castle
Bayt Ar Ridaydah

History of Oman

Page Access

Countries
Archaeological Sites in Oman
Archaeological Sites in Ad Dhahirah Governorate
Al Aswad Castle
Categories
Castles and Fortresses
Castles and Fortresses in Oman
Castles and Fortresses in Ad Dhahirah Governorate
Al Aswad Castle

Add Your Comment

The published comments do not represent the opinion of our site, but express the opinion of their publishers. Please Log in to post your comments about Al Aswad Castle.