Fasil Ghebbi

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fortress in Gondar
#1 in Gondar / #6 in Ethiopia
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by Sailko
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Fasil Ghebbi, located in Gondar, Ethiopia, is a fortress complex that served as the royal enclosure of Ethiopian emperors during the 17th and 18th centuries. The site is renowned for its unique architectural style that blends Nubian, Arab, and Baroque influences, reflecting the diverse cultural exchanges of the period. The complex includes several palaces, churches, monasteries, and public buildings, most notably the Fasilides' Castle, which is the centerpiece of the enclosure.


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