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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.
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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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