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Ghat Fortress
Ghat Fortress
Ghat Fortress is an old Ottomans fortress located in Ghat city in Ghat District in the Fezzan region of southwestern Libya. It was built in the 17th century AD. In the 20th century AD the Italians rebuilt the fortress that dominates the city from the hill of Koukemen.
Site Information
Country: Libya
District: Ghat District
Category: Castles and Fortresses
Site History: 17th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Islamic
Later Cultures: Italian
Site Features: Islamic & Italian Monuments
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