Word FileOld Dongola
Property names are listed in the language in which they have been submitted by the State Party.
Sudan (Arab States) |
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| Date of Submission: | 01/09/1994 |
| Category: | Cultural |
| Submitted by: | National Board for Antiquities and Museum
Dr. Salah M.Ahmed |
| Coordinates: | Long. 30°45' East Lat. 18°13' North |
| Ref.: | 652 |
Description
Old Dongola was the capital of the Christian Kingdom of Makouria (7th - 14th century). The site contains many churches, places, houses and mosques. The wall of some buildings are decorated with very fine frescoes.