Towers of Ras Al-Khaimah

by Derek Kennet, David Connolly

Overview

This study describes and illustrates, with plans, drawings and photographs, 75 of the defensive towers in the Emirate of Ras al-Khaimah, which occupies the western side of the Musandam peninsula at the entrance to the Arabian Gulf. The material comes from a survey undertaken between December 1991 and January 1992, and includes an introduction discussing geography, history, typology and distribution, and construction techniques and features.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780860547785
Publisher:	British Archaeological Reports
Publication date:	12/31/1995
Series:	BAR International , #601
Pages:	237
Product dimensions:	8.27(w) x 11.69(h) x 0.68(d)

About the Author

Derek Kennet, Illustrated by David Connolly