Masafi Fort - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting
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About Masafi Fort
The fort built in the 1800s and was restored in 2012. It is placed in Masafi suburb on the western edge of the Hajar Mountains in the United Arab Emirates near Fujairah border with Ras Al Khaimah, which goes through Masafi village.
Activities Around
Attractions Near Masafi Fort
Al Bidya Mosque
24.72km from Masafi Fort
It is a historical mosque located in Al Badiyah village in Fujairah Emirate, near Al-Bidya Fort and 40 km away from Fujairah city. It is the oldest known mosque in the country, dating back to the 16 century. It is still in use.
Al Hayl Castle - حصن الحيل
25.13km from Masafi Fort
Al-Hayl Castle is a historical building from 200 years ago. It was the home for the Royal family of Fujairah and has an important rule in for patrolling and surveillance. It is located close to Al Hayl Village, about 10 km from Fujairah city, and has a great observation area on the wind towers.
Fujairah Fort
25.48km from Masafi Fort
In the old Fujairah village, 2 km away from Fujairah city downtown lies this 16th-century fort considered as one of the oldest and largest forts in the United Arab Emirates. It is known for its important role in fighting colonialism.
Fujairah Museum
25.89km from Masafi Fort
This archaeology and local history museum in Fujairah City near Fujairah Fort was opened in the early 1990s. It has sections exhibiting the cultural and traditional history of the local people and various collections such as weapons, arrowheads, costumes, carnelian, and other things related to fishing, pottery, trade, and agriculture.
Fujairah Beach
29.26km from Masafi Fort
Located on the northern side of Fujairah City in the Gulf of Oman. You can do activities such as kayaking & scuba diving here. It has also some resorts, restaurants and shops around its premises.
Hatta
55.28km from Masafi Fort
An inland exclave of the emirate of Dubai, Hatta is a heritage village that lies between mountains, and a well known get-away from the heat of Dubai. It has activities that make you an adrenaline junky, such as off-road adventures in the desert and mountains, hiking to the Hatta Rock Pool.
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