# Khalef al-Fata Tower

Sousse, Tunisia

The Khalef al-Fata Tower is the great square watchtower of Sousse, raised by the Aghlabids in 859 with the city walls. Rising from the kasbah on the medina's summit, it served as a beacon signaling ships, the town, and inland watchtowers.

## Roots Earth

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Coordinates: 35.8231, 10.635

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