Quasr Amra, Jordan
Description
Built in the early 8th century, this exceptionally well preserved desert castle was a fortress that from time to time was used both as a garrison and a residence for the Omayyad caliphs. The most outstanding features of this small pleasure palace are the reception halls and the baths, all richly decorated with figurative murals that reflect the secular art of the time.
Runtime
12 min 31 sec
Series
Subjects
Geography
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