Fasil Ghebbi

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Fasil Ghebbi, Gondar Region*
UNESCO World Heritage Site
King Fasilides' Castle.
State Party Flag of Ethiopia Ethiopia
Type Cultural
Criteria ii, iii
Reference 19
Region† Africa
Inscription history
Inscription 1979  (3rd Session)
* Name as inscribed on World Heritage List.
† Region as classified by UNESCO.

Fasil Ghebbi is a fortress-enclosure located in Gondar, Ethiopia. It served as the home of Ethiopia's emperors in the 17th and 18th centuries. Its unique architecture shows diverse influences including Arab, Hindu, and Baroque styles. The site was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.

This complex of buildings includes Fasilides castle, Iyasu's Palace, Dawit's Hall, a banqueting hall, stables, Mentewab's Castle, a chancellery, library and three churches.

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World Heritage Sites in Ethiopia

Aksum · Fasil Ghebbi, Gondar Region · Harar Jugol, the Fortified Historic Town · Lower Valley of the Awash · Lower Valley of the Omo · Rock-Hewn Churches, Lalibela · Simien National Park · Tiya
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Coordinates: 12°36′N, 37°28′E

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