Qasr al-Hayr ach-Charqi
Un Chateau du désert: Qasr al-Hayr ach- Charqi is part of the Tentative list of Syria in order to qualify for inclusion in the World Heritage List.
Qasr al-Hayr ach-Charqi is an Umayyad desert castle from the 8th century. It is a large castle surrounded by a wall. Within the ramparts lies a courtyard, two palaces and apartments. The castle was supplied with water by a canal.
Map of Qasr al-Hayr ach-Charqi
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Site Info
- Full Name
- Un Chateau du désert: Qasr al-Hayr ach- Charqi
- Country
- Syria
- Added
- 1999
- Type
- Cultural
- Categories
- Structure - Military and Fortifications
- Link
- By ID
Site History
1999 Added to Tentative List
Site Links
Unesco Website: Un Chateau du désert: Qasr al-Hayr ach- Charqi