Ribat of Sousse (Arabic: رباط سوسة) is a ribat in the city of Sousse, Tunisia. Although scholars differ on the chronology of its original construction, it was most likely founded in the 8th century and reconstructed or completed in its current form during the …

2023年4月21日 · The Ribat of Sousse is one of the most ancient and best conserved of Islamic landmarks in North Africa. It is an outstanding example that reflects Arabo-Muslim urbanism applied to a coastal town exposed through its history to piracy and dangers from the sea.

2019年1月19日 · This fort is the Ribat of Sousse, the most ancient Muslim monument in North Africa. Its square courtyard is surrounded by arches and cells for provisions. On the upper floor, we find the rooms for the ascetics and a small hall of prayer, the oldest in the entire Muslim world.

The ribat at Sousse is located just inside of the northern perimeter of the Sousse médina, approximately 500 meters inland from the coast. The ribat is located fifty-five meters northwest of the Great Mosque (851 CE / AH 236), accessible by foot across the Place des Martyrs.

Sousse Ribat. Location: Sousse, Tunisia. Date of Monument: Hegira 256 / AD 821. Architect(s) / master-builder(s): The name of the architect is unknown, but a commemorative plaque confirms that the works were carried out by Masrur, freed slave of Prince Ziyadat Allah I. Period / Dynasty: Aghlabid. Patron(s): Prince Ziyadat Allah I. History:

This is the oldest monument in Sousse's medina, built in the final years of the 8th century AD as a fort. It was garrisoned by devout Islamic warriors, who divided their time between fighting and silent study of the Quran in its tiny, cell-like rooms.

2023年1月31日 · The Ribat of Sousse is one of the oldest Arab structures in Tunisia. It is a fortress that has survived since the 9th century without major changes or destruction. You can see the ancient fortification art and climb the high tower from which you can see the port and the whole medina of Sousse.

2018年5月31日 · The Ribat is a square fortress about forty metres across, built towards the end of the 8th century, equipped with many defensive facilities: watchtower, merlons, murder-holes, arrow-slits … its architecture is similar to eastern examples.

The city is home to the ancient Ribat of Sousse, a fortified Islamic monastery built in the 8th century. This impressive structure is a must-see for anyone visiting the city and is surrounded by a number of other attractions, making Sousse a great place to explore.

The Ribat of Sousse, Monastir, Tunisia is a stunning piece of architecture and history. The ribat is a fortified monastery, built in the 8th century, and is considered to be one of the best-preserved ribats in the world. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a popular tourist destination.