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Sirah Castle
Sirah Castle
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Sirah Castle
Sirah Castle is a fort located in Sirah island in Aden, Yemen. The original fort is dating back to the 11th century AD. It has defended Aden against invaders from across the sea, and it is still in use today by the Yemeni military.
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Country: Yemen
District: Adan Governorate
Category: Castles and Fortresses
Site History: 11th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Islamic
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Islamic Monuments
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Elevation: 53 m
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