Munikh Fort

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Munikh Fort

Munikh Fort, also known as Almarqab Fort, is a historic fort overlooking the city of Al Majma'ah in Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia. The fort was built in 1426 AD by Abdullah bin Saif al-Webari al-Shammari (tribe of Shammar) in order to protect the city of Al Majma'ah.

Site Information

Country: Saudi Arabia

District: Riyadh Region

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 15th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Islamic

Later Cultures: Islamic

Site Features: Islamic Monuments

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Elevation: 726 m

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World Heitage Sites in Saudi Arabia Tentative Lists in Saudi Arabia Intangible Heritage in Saudi Arabia

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