Which large castle in Fujairah, on a small rocky hill 20 metres high, dates back to the 16th century?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Fujairah Fort
- Step 1: The fort dates back to the 16th century, sits on a small rocky hill 20 meters high, and is guarded by three round watchtowers and a square watchtower. The British Navy destroyed three of the towers in 1925, after which it was abandoned until 1997. Answer: Fujairah Fort. Why not the others: Al Bithnah Fort is a later fort dating from about 1745 to 1800; Al Fahidi Fort is in Dubai and was built in 1787; Qasr Al Hosn is a different fort, not the one on the 20-metre hill in Fujairah.
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