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Younga Fort
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Younga Fort
Younga Fort, also known as Ounga Fort or Bordj Younga, is an old fort located on the Mediterranean coast south of Sfax, Tunisia. It was built during the Byzantine era in the 6th century AD (between 574-578 AD). The fort was modified in the 9th century during the Aghlabids rule.
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Country: Tunisia
District: Sfax Governorate
Category: Castles and Fortresses
Site History: 6th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Byzantine
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Byzantine & Islamic Monuments
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