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Shaikh Isa's house, in the old town of Muharraq, was once the home of the
Amir`s great-grandfather, Shaikh Isa Bin Ali Al khalifa . It provides a fine example of
local architecture, complete with wind tower, wall carving and lattice work, and its
representative of traditional 19th century life. One of the early forms of " air
conditions" was the wind tower, a traditional landmark of local architecture. This
would act as a funnel, catching the breeze and drawing it down it down into the cavities
below, as well as allowing the release of hot air like a chimney. |
