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Mutrah Fort

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Mutrah Fort

Mutrah Fort is a historic fort located in Muscat, Oman. It was built by Portuguese in 1580 AD, above a rocky cliff close to the shore. The fort was renovated in 1981.

Site Information

Country: Oman

District: Muscat Governorate

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 16th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Portuguese

Later Cultures: Islamic

Site Features: Portuguese & Islamic Monuments

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