The Muhit blockhouse is the first Turkish blockhouse north
of Madinah station. The buildings are constructed from black
basalt. The blockhouse is the standard two storey type for 25
men. There is a barrack block for between 100 and 200 men with
associated wells. On the surrounding hills is a large square
fortification and several smaller round outposts.
.Above:A view showing the relative position of the
blockhouse and barrack block
Above: This shows the rear view of the barracks building
showing a circular outpost in the middle distance left and the
hill top fort in the far distance right. Below: The Muhit
Blockhouse
Above: The Barracks Below: The Fort
Photos and text on this page contributed by Steve
Turpin
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