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Ghat Fortress

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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.

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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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Elevation: 680 m

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