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Bahla Fort

Oasis of Bahla, Nizwa, Oman
Ranked #5 of 6 attractions in Nizwa
4.0 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins, Historic Sites
Description: This site is currently undergoing repairs. Tours are unavailable at this time.
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Belgrade, Serbia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Even if Bahla fort is still being restored (the part of the outside walls which is on the opposite side of the main road is covered by scaffolding) and thus closed to the public, it merits a quick look as a perfect end of full day of sightseeing in Nizwa and Jabrin for its sheer size - it's much bigger... More

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Antwerp
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

The fort of Bahla is well situated next to the road Nizwa – Jabreen. It is a huge fort under restoration and is closed for the public. More

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Umbria
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2012

This famous fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is currently closed for repairs. You can see it from an excellent viewing point above the town, but you won't be able to tour it for quite some time. Check in advance. More

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Abu Dhabi
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86 reviews 86 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2012

This fort is not yet open. Sections outside the main fort building can be accessed and you can certainly go around the 'village' right under the fort. Don't ignore the very lengthy wall that encloses the town. This is an ancient monument in its own right. A wander around the village will allow you to see traditional styles of houses,... More

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Lisbon, Portugal
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012

When (or indeed, IF) it is ever finished (renovations seem to be based upon the "Forth Bridge Model") being "restored", it will truly be a wonder to behold. As it is at present, one can only behold it from across a parking lot or across the road... More

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sharjah
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012

We visited this place in 2006 & also now in 2012. This is a good fort and I think one of the biggest in oman. When we visited in 2006 the restoration work on this magnificent fort was happening and as such entry inside the fort was not permitted. This is a UNESCO world heritage site. The restoration work is... More

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Atlanta
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed December 27, 2009

This was interesting but really you can just see the outside. If you have the time it is a great picture and you can see just what the forts were like. We just made a quick stop and so it probably would be best to do this on a tour. You might have trouble finding it but I am not... More

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Madrid
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012
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Legnano - Italia
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012
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Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2011
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