Qutuf Fort
حصن قطوف
A mud-brick fort and watchtower on the western stretch of Liwa Oasis, set between dunes and date groves, with views over the oasis belt.
Qutuf Fort lies in Qutuf village on the western stretch of Liwa Oasis. It consists of walls, living courtyards and a tall round watchtower built at the foot of a dune. From the top, visitors can see the interlocking landscape of date groves and surrounding dunes. Like other forts in Liwa, it was a defensive and storage stronghold for oasis residents in the 19th and 20th centuries, and it has been restored in recent years by the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism. Admission is free, and the fort is generally open during the day. The interior is simply furnished, so it is mainly for photos. Midday summer heat is intense, so visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon is recommended.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Dhafeer Fort
- Mezairaa Fort
- Liwa Date Festival
- Moreeb Dune (Tal Moreeb)
- Rub' al Khali (Empty Quarter) Desert Safari & Camping
- Al Jabbana Fort
- Al Dhafra Festival
- Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort