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These stone-built castles of Gondar are unique in Ethiopia. For the first time, they used arches, vaulted construction and lime. But how?
gonder castle stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images. "Gonder was founded by King Fasiledes in 1636, it was the capital of Ethiopia for nearly 200 years. The most famous buildings in Gonder, lie in the seventeenth century Royal Enclosure: Fasilides Castle, Mentewabs Castle, Iyasus Palace and Dawits Hall Palace."
Nestled in the heart of Gondar, Ethiopia, Fasil Ghebbi stands as a majestic reminder of the nation's royal past. This castle compound, known as the Royal Enclosure, is a stunning blend of history, culture, and architectural marvels.
In Gondar, many remains of castles and palaces can be found; a series of emperors constructed these, from Fasilides (who reigned from 1632 to 1667) to Iyasu II (1730 - 1755). The ruins of these structures stand within a walled imperial enclosure.
The Fasil Ghebbi (Amharic: ፋሲል ግቢ) is a fortress located in Gondar, Amhara Region, Ethiopia. It was founded in the 17th century by Emperor Fasilides and was the home of Ethiopian emperors. Its unique architecture shows diverse influences including Portuguese, Hindu, and Arab characteristics. [1]
27 Ιουλ 2017 · Known for the walled Fasil Ghebbi fortress and palace compound, once the seat of Ethiopian emperors, it dominates with the immense 17th-century castle of Emperor Fasilides, which combines Portuguese, Indian and local architectural styles.
Most famous Gondar castles of Ethiopia are located in this 7 ha walled compound, the residence of Ethiopia's government from seventeenth to the first half of the nineteenth centuries, now being part of the Gondar UNESCO World Heritage Site.
