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Khor Shingawi

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Khor Shingawi

Khor Shingawi is an archaeological site in Sudan. It is situated south of the Merowe Dam. It includes the remains of a palatial building, probably dating to 500 to 1500 AD. Its former role and exact date remains unknown.

Site Information

Country: Sudan

District: River Nile State

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 6th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Kingdom of Makuria

Later Cultures: Islamic

Site Features: Mixed Monuments

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Elevation: 317 m

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