Ancient Kano City Walls
National monument of Nigeria in Kano / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Ancient Kano City Walls (Hausa: Ganuwa) were ancient defensive walls built to protect the inhabitants of the ancient city of Kano.[1] The wall was initially built from 1095 through 1134 and completed in the middle of the 14th century. The Ancient Kano City Walls were described as "the most impressive monument in West Africa".[2]
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Ancient Kano City Walls | |
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Type | Defensive wall |
Location | Kano Kano State Nigeria |
Coordinates | 11.9555°N 8.49754°E / 11.9555; 8.49754 |
Height | 50 feet (15 m) |
Built | 1095–1134 |
Built for | Defence |
Governing body | Kano State Tourism |
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