Which mountain fort in South Al Batinah Governorate, known as 'Hisn Al Hazm', was built by Imam Sultan bin Saif II in 1711 without wood in its roof ceilings, using stone arches instead?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Al Hazm Castle
- Step 1: Al Hazm Castle, located in the Wilayat of Rustaq, is a masterpiece of late Ya'ariba defensive architecture.
- Step 2: Built entirely using stone arches and lime plaster without wooden beams in its ceilings, it incorporates massive artillery gun emplacements, subterranean escape tunnels, and secret dungeon chambers.
Answer
Al Hazm Castle.
Why not the others: 'Rustaq Fort' is an older fortress in Rustaq containing ancient pre-Islamic foundations; 'Nakhal Fort' is built around a natural boulder; 'Bait Al Rudaidah' is a fortified residence in Birkat Al Mouz.
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