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  • Al-Faqir Fort

  • Al-Faqir Fort

    Al-Faqir Fort is a ruined fort located in the southern portion of al-Ula in Al Madinah region, Saudi Arabia. It was built in 18th century AD by the Ottomans to facilitate the pilgrimage process and to protect the pilgrims in their journey to the holy sites.
    Archaeological Site
    Al-Faqir Fort
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    Al-Faqir Fort

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    Castles and Fortresses

    Location

    Saudi Arabia

    Al Madinah

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    18th Century AD

    Islamic

    Islamic

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    Islamic Monuments

     

     

     

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