Citadel of Aleppo
Title
Citadel of Aleppo
Date Created
October 28, 2014
Identifier
657
Work Type
Single Built Works
Work Location
Syrian Arab Republic (nation)
Aleppo (inhabited place)
Style/Period
Umayyad
Subject
citadels
Description
View of section of the Citadel of Aleppo in Syria. "The Citadel of Aleppo is a masterpiece of medieval Islamic fortress architecture. Its massive ovoid shape and extensive defences enclose an area of approximately seven hectares ... During the Hamdanid reign of Aleppo under Sayf al-Dawla in the AH 4th / AD 10th century, early constructions of a citadel took place. The Citadel's strategic importance was reactivated by the time the Crusades began,"--Museum With No Frontiers website.
Reproduction Type
jpeg
Copyright Statement
©2013 Lawrence Technological University. These images may be used for personal or educational purposes. They are not available for commercial purposes without the explicit permission of LTU.
ID Number
N1SYALE3-4CE27A1
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