Al-Maqtaa Fort tells story of Abu Dhabi’s development, progress – Culture & Art – 12/01/2024 – Kuwait News Agency

Al-Maqtaa Fort tells story of Abu Dhabi’s development, progress – Culture & Art – 12/01/2024 – Kuwait News Agency

(Photo-feature by Salem Al-Methen)

ABU DHABI, Jan 12 (KUNA) -- Al-Maqtaa Fort in Abu Dhabi stands as a witness to the vast development and progress the region had went through since the establishment of the Emirate.
The tower-like structures of the fort dated back to the 18th century and has a unique Arabic style as well as thick walls.
The fort was used in the past was a vantage point to monitor the entering of ships to the old Abu Dhabi port. (end) skm.gta

Al-Maqtaa Fort tells story of Abu Dhabi's development, progress - Culture & Art - 12/01/2024 - Kuwait News Agency