Examples of architecture Umayyad coexist with ancient Greek art, is the castle of Qasr - Al - Mushatta - located south of Amman. The biggest and most beautiful among the castles of the desert, it was built in 743 - 744 years, but never was finished. It is surrounded by huge walls placed along them 23 round towers. Inside the castle is a mosque, the right of the central part. Effect of Umayyad architecture evident in the layout of the castle, while the decorative motifs are part of the actual ancient Greek art.
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