Al Jalali Fort

قلعة الجلالي
fort in Muscat
#6 in Muscat / #10 in Oman
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by Andries Oudshoorn
/ CC BY-SA 2.0

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Al Jalali Fort is a historic fortress located in the harbor of Muscat, Oman. Originally built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, the fort served as a defensive stronghold to protect the city from naval invasions. Positioned on a rocky outcrop, it offers commanding views of the Gulf of Oman and the surrounding area. Over the centuries, Al Jalali Fort has been restored and repurposed, including use as a prison and later as a museum showcasing Omani heritage and military history.


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