Trail Description

A walk around Al Ukhaidir, a vast and superbly preserved Abbasid desert fortress southwest of Karbala. Its high walls, vaulted halls and courtyards stand almost intact in the open desert. One of the finest early Islamic monuments in the world.

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Weather forecast - Al Ukhaidir Fortress Walk

Current conditions and a 3-day forecast for Al Ukhaidir Fortress Walk.

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38°C

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12% Humidity
15 km/h Wind

5-Day Forecast

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38°C
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Tomorrow
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47°C
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Sunday
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46°C
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Monday
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Tuesday
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