Fasil Ghebbi
Fortified royal place of Gondarine period emperors in Ethiopia / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Fasil Ghebbi?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
The Fasil Ghebbi (Amharic: ፋሲል ግቢ) is a fortress located in Gondar, Amhara Region, Ethiopia. It was founded in the 17th century by Emperor Fasilides and was the home of Ethiopian emperors. Its unique architecture shows diverse influences including Portuguese, Hindu, and Arab characteristics.[1] Because of its historical importance and architecture, the fortress was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1979.[1] Ghebbi is an Amharic word for a compound or enclosure.[2]
Location | Gondar, Amhara Region, Ethiopia |
---|---|
Coordinates | 12°36′27″N 37°28′12″E |
History | |
Builder | Fasilides |
Founded | 1645 |
Official name | Fasil Ghebbi, Gondar Region |
Type | Cultural |
Criteria | (ii), (iii) |
Designated | 1979 (3rd session) |
Reference no. | 19 |
Region | Africa |
The complex of buildings includes Fasilides' castle, Iyasu I's palace, Dawit III's Hall, Empress Mentewab's castle, a chancellery and library from Yohannes I, a banqueting hall from the emperor Bakaffa, stables, and three churches: Asasame Qeddus Mikael, Elfign Giyorgis and Gemjabet Mariyam.[1]