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Beni Isguen
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Beni Isguen
Beni Isguen is a historical city located in Ghardaia Province, Algeria. It was founded in 14th century AD by the Ibadi Berbers. The city is distinguished by its fortifications such as walls and defensive towers, in addition to the old mosque. Beni Isguen was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982, as part of M'Zab Valley.
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Country: Algeria
District: Ghardaia Province
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: 14th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Islamic
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Islamic Monuments
World Heritage Site
Part of: M’Zab Valley
Date of Inscription: 1982
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Elevation: 512 m
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