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Al Ayjah Watchtower
Bedste tid at besøge
Arrive before 5 PM to see the gate closing ceremony, the most impressive moment of the day. Early in the morning there are the fewest people and the best light for photos.
Budgettips
Entry is free, but it is worth having small change for tips for the guards, who are happy to show the inner mechanism. The Sur city visitor card is not valid here.
Anbefalet til
History enthusiasts, Photography enthusiasts, Seekers of cultural experiences
Planlæg dit besøg
30-45 min
Om
Hurtige fakta: På dette tårns mure ses stadig mærker fra hollandske kanonkugler fra søslag i 1800-tallet. Tre gange om dagen styres åbning og lukning af Sur bys porte, der forbinder den gamle bydel med havet, herfra.
Højdepunkter: Tårnet rummer stadig den originale mekanisme fra 1700-tallet, der styrer de massive jernporte. Om aftenen, når solen går ned over Sur-bugten, giver vagterne signal med et horn, og portene lukkes højtideligt, ligesom for 200 år siden.
Insidertips
- Once you climb to the top, you will see the entire old town of Sur and the port, worth spending 5 minutes enjoying the view.
- Photograph the gate opening ceremony from the opposite side of the bay, so the shot is most impressive.
- At noon it is especially hot here, so do not forget a head covering and water.
- If you want to see the gate mechanism up close, politely ask the guards, they usually allow it.
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