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Detailed features of ed dur

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First unearthed by the Iraqi archaeological team in 1973, the fort at Ed-Dur was undoubtedly the focus of political power. Four walls some 20 metres (66 feet) in length connect four towers, each some 4 metres (13 feet) in diameter. The fort was constructed mainly from beach rock. South of the fort is the Sun Temple.

Location: Umm Al Quwain, the UAE

Area: 5 km2 (1.9 sq mi)

Founded: c. 1894 BCE

Part of: Umm Al-Quwain

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