Aghlabid Basins, Ancient water basins in Kairouan, Tunisia
The Aghlabid Basins consist of three massive water storage pools, each capable of holding 30,000 cubic meters of water through an intricate network of aqueducts.
Built during the second half of the 9th century under Abu Ibrahim Ahmed ibn Mohamed Ibn al-Aghlab, these basins supplied water to the growing population of Kairouan.
The engineering design of these basins reflects the advanced mathematical and architectural knowledge developed during the Islamic Golden Age in North Africa.
Visitors can access the site throughout the year, with guided tours providing detailed explanations of the water collection and distribution systems.
The basins feature underground chambers and geometric patterns in their construction, demonstrating the integration of functional design with architectural precision.
Location: Kairouan
Part of: Kairouan
GPS coordinates: 35.68651,10.09560
Latest update: May 13, 2025 20:07
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