Three people are killed as a wall collapses in Tunisia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Three people are killed as a wall collapses in Tunisia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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Three masons were killed and two injured when a part of the ancient wall of Kairouan collapsed during repair work at the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tunisia. The collapse may have been caused by recent heavy rains.

Part of the historic walls around the Old City of Cairo collapsed, killing three masons who were carrying out repairs at the UNESCO World Heritage site in Tunisia. UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tunisia. This was reported by France24, according to UNN .

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Two workers were also injured in the accident when a 30-meter-long section fell to the ground.

The team was carrying out restoration work on the wall 3 km long wall surrounding the Old Town. The accident may be related to the heavy rains in the area in recent days

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Founded in 670 AD, Kairouan is one of the holiest cities in North Africa and a leading tourist attraction. of the holiest cities in North Africa and a leading tourist attraction. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988.

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