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Gasr Banat
Gasr Banat
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Gasr Banat
Gasr Banat or Gasr Isawi is an archaeological site in Libya and the location of an Ancient Roman centenarium or "perched" oppidum. The area is also used as a semi-permanent camp for nomads. Evidence from pottery found around the site suggests the date of construction was in the 3rd century AD.
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Country: Libya
District: Misrata District
Category: Castles and Fortresses
Site History: 3rd Century AD
Oldest Culture: Roman
Later Cultures: Roman
Site Features: Roman Monuments
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Elevation: 110 m
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