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Breeze
Riffa, Bahrain2,682 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022 • Couples
This is an amazing historic military fortress located in the ancient city of Dumat Al-Jandal in the Al-Jawf region of Saudi Arabia, which dates back to the first century AD (to the Nabataean period), it is a must see if you are visiting Al-Jawf . It was constructed on a hill which makes it difficult to reach by invaders , most of the fortress is well preserved but some of the higher parts are damaged, it is difficult to climb up the stairs to the fortress especially for the people with disabilities, and even those who are fit need to be careful, excavations outside the fortress are still going on which already revealed a group of historic houses, we were told by the guide that they are coming close to a UNESCO world heritage site recognition. Highly recommended to visit
Written 11 March 2022
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999PeterK
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia368 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2014 • Solo
A great example of an early fortification. The castle is a difficult to gain access to as the path is uneven and step in parts, so you need to be reasonably fit and steady on your feet. The surrounding area is full of houses from the same period. Well worth a visit. I think there is café on site but this closed when I visited.
Written 5 November 2014
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tacomaboywa
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia108 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2019 • Friends
If you’re in or near the northwestern state of Al Jouf, it well worth a visit to Marid Castle which dates back to the third century AD. Omar Mosque and the Archeological Museum are located at the site.
Written 3 February 2019
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Delfin Ramos Federico, Jr
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia661 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2017 • Friends
Searching through Google about this place and its location is easy, it will lead you exactly to this archeological site. The castle stands at the top of a stony mountain so majestic and huge. By the remains of the ruins, you can see how this fortress stands and protected this place during its glory days. Litters of plastic bottles and cans all over due to lack of maintenance of the area. This place can be visited for free but please try to help in terms of cleanliness. It requires some courage and strength to go up the castle because the staircases are not even and steep. But it's all worth it once you reach the top. Parking is never a problem and buying beverages especially water and soda are available.
Written 4 September 2017
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majeed8981
Saudi Arabia251 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
June 2017 • Couples

The best place for desert tourism and close to the natural lake to hold the celebrations .. And the atmosphere is beautiful
Written 8 June 2017
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craig n
Auckland, New Zealand248 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2015 • Couples
This is a highlight of the Al Jouf area and worth spending some time visiting the old fort and the lower old village leading to the palm trees. A majestic building unlike anything else in Saudi
Written 29 September 2015
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hytm a
3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2016 • Solo
mentioned by assyrians like 2000 years bc
was the home of three or four cant remember of arab ancient queens
quite popular among locals
Written 15 February 2016
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GardenrouteGunner
Somerset West, South Africa47 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2015 • Friends
Must see.....anchient history
Well preserve and manage.Do not miss the coffee shop with the pancakes
Will recommend the visit

Written 10 November 2015
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