Dayah, Desert castle in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.
The fortress includes a circular watchtower, a square fortress with defensive towers, surrounding walls, and a traditional mosque within its complex.
The inscription on the southern entrance indicates construction in the 1890s by Sheikh Zayed I, who established this fortification to protect the area.
The castle contains exhibition spaces featuring photographs by British explorer Wilfred Thesiger and educational displays about regional defense architecture.
Recent renovations have transformed sections of the castle into visitor facilities with information centers and spaces for public events.
Traditional mud brick construction methods were maintained during all restoration phases, including the 1950s additions topped with palm frond roofs.
Location: Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah
GPS coordinates: 25.88333,56.05000
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:44
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