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Kasbah of Honaine
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Kasbah of Honaine
Kasbah of Honaine, or Casbah of Honaine, is a historic fortified citadel located in the town of Honaine in Tlemcen Province, Algeria. The history of the Kasbah and its walls dates back to the era of the Almohads in the 12th century AD, as evidence indicates that it was built by Abd al-Mu'min, the founder of the Almohad dynasty.
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Country: Algeria
District: Tlemcen Province
Category: Castles and Fortresses
Site History: 12th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Roman
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Islamic Monuments
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Part of: Nedroma and the Trara
Date of Submission: 2002
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Elevation: 24 m
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