Qishlah

The rectangular mud fortress spans 142 meters with eight watchtowers reaching 8.5 meters high and contains two main gates on the east and west sides.

Built in 1941 under King Abdulaziz Bin Abdulrahman Al Saud, the structure initially served as an artillery depot and barracks for military troops arriving in Hail.

The building exhibits Najdi architectural style with geometric patterns and traditional construction methods using clay, mudbrick, and stone materials common in the region.

The fortress includes 136 rooms across two floors, a central courtyard for military parades, and a mosque with three rows of columns creating parallel arcades.

The name originates from the Turkish word 'Kışla' meaning barracks, reflecting the Ottoman influence on military architecture in the Arabian Peninsula.

GPS coordinates: 27.51906,41.69442

Latest update: August 30, 2025 13:29