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Borj El Kastil
Borj El Kastil
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Borj El Kastil
Borj El Kastil is a medieval fort located in in Djerba island, Tunisia. It was built in the 13th century AD during the time of Kingdom of Sicily. The fort was restored later in the 16th century AD by the Ottoman naval commander Dragut.
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Country: Tunisia
District: Medenine Governorate
Category: Castles and Fortresses
Site History: 13th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Kingdom of Sicily
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Kingdom of Sicily & Islamic Monuments
UNESCO Tentative List
Part of: Djerba Island
Date of Submission: 2012
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