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  • Sadd Mu’awiyah

    Sadd Mu’awiyah, also knows as Sadd Al-Khanaq, is an old dam east of Medina in Wadi Al-Khanaq in Al Madinah Region in Saudi Arabia. The dam is a dam between mountains, and it is known for its small size but high engineering efficiency. It used local materials and integrated natural features for stability. Nearby, there is a smaller dam. Both, attributed to Umayyad Caliph Mu’awiyah via an inscription, are partially collapsed due to seismic events. The dam's construction showcases advanced ancient techniques and its importance in regional development. Its heritage value lies in its integration with the natural landscape and archaeological significance.
    The site is one of the elements included in the UNESCO Tentative List for World Heritage designation, Water Management in Saudi Arabia: The Ancient Dams.
    UNESCO Tentative List
    Elevation: 745 m

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    Sadd Mu’awiyah


    UNESCO Tentative List

    Date of Submission

    2023

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    7th Century AD


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    Islamic

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    Islamic Monuments


     

     

     

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