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Falaj Al- Malki

Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman2006

UNESCO World Heritage

UNESCO World Heritage

Falaj Al- Malki is considered as Dawoodi falaj and is one of the most ancient aflaj in AL Dakhiliah Governorate. Its name belongs to Malik bin Fahm Al-Azdi. Its water flow is 50 liters/second. It is the largest in terms of its branches, which are 17 in number. Therefore, it is the longest falaj in the AL Dakhiliah Governorate. The total length of its branches is 14,875 m. Most of the falaj's channels are underground covered channels with different depths.

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  • Title: Falaj Al- Malki
  • Creator: Aflaj Irrigation Systems of Oman
  • Date Created: 2006
  • Location Created: Oman
  • Rights: Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries Wealth and Water Resources
  • Location: Oman
  • Inscription Criteria: Criteria: (v)
  • Date of Inscription: 2006
  • Category of Site: Cultural site
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