Qatif Castle, Military fortress in Qatif, Saudi Arabia.
The oval-shaped castle extends 365 meters on the east and west sides and 275 meters on the north and south sides of central Qatif.
Built in the 3rd century by the Sassanids, the castle underwent major renovations in 1630 when the Ottoman Empire transformed it into a military base.
The castle contained eleven mosques, including Al-Manara and Al-Sidra, which served as religious centers for the local population of 5,000 residents.
The fortress featured four distinct neighborhoods - Al-Khan, Al-Zurayb, Al-Warsh, and Al-Sidra - connected by narrow roads and traditional architecture.
A deep trench surrounded the castle, while internal wells reaching depths of five to eight meters provided water despite the challenging terrain.
Location: Qatif governorate
GPS coordinates: 26.55937,50.00513
Latest update: August 30, 2025 13:29
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