Aghlabid Basins
The Aghlabid Basins or Aghlabid Reservoirs are a series of historic water reservoirs and hydraulic works in Kairouan, Tunisia. They were built under Aghlabid rule in the 9th century to supply the city with water.
Aghlabid Basins | |
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The eastern reservoir | |
General information | |
Type | Reservoir |
Architectural style | Islamic, Aghlabid |
Town or city | Kairouan |
Country | Tunisia |
Coordinates | 35°41′11.6″N 10°5′44.1″E |
Construction started | 860 |
Completed | 862 |
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