Qaşr Suwwul

SAGeoNameshistoric_siteunknown#439518
Latitude
26.950000°
Longitude
43.500000°
Ortho h
675.00 m
Verifications
0
Last checked
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GeoNames ID 101639 · Feature S.HSTS

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Qaşr Suwwul is a historic_site located in SA, catalogued in the GeoNames topographic database dataset. The point has been assigned the stable identifier #439518 on SurveyingPedia and sits at an approximate elevation of 675.0 metres. Its coordinates in WGS84 are 26.950000°, 43.500000°, corresponding to 26° 56′ 60.00″ N, 43° 30′ 0.00″ E in the traditional degrees-minutes-seconds format. This page is a self-updating reference — all data is aggregated from public open sources and cross-checked periodically against the originating agency.

Professional surveyors, engineers, and topographers use points like Qaşr Suwwul to anchor total-station traverses, verify GNSS/RTK solutions, calibrate levelling instruments, and validate survey deliverables against known coordinates. The record on this page is refreshed daily via automated pipelines that monitor the public sources for any updates, corrections, or status changes.

Coordinate formats

WGS84 (decimal)26.950000, 43.500000
WGS84 (DMS)26° 56′ 60.00″ N, 43° 30′ 0.00″ E
UTM zone (approx.)Zone 38N (approx.)
Elevation675.00 m
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Geodetic context in SA

SA's national mapping agency maintains the official geodetic network used for cadastral and engineering surveys. Coordinates shown on this page are expressed in WGS84 (ETRF/ITRF-compatible) which is directly usable in most modern GNSS receivers. For cadastral work in SA you may need to convert to the local datum using the Coordinate Hub.

Browse the full list of indexed control points in SA from the country page.

Nearby benchmarks

The closest 6 indexed control points within roughly 50 km of this location:

GeoNames topographic database · promontory
Khashm al Qaltah
13.9 km away · SA
GeoNames topographic database · ridge
Ar Ra‘n
14.8 km away · SA
GeoNames topographic database · spur
Jāl al Khuffīyāt
18.5 km away · SA
GeoNames topographic database · promontory
Jabal ar Ra‘an
19.2 km away · SA
OpenStreetMap contributors · cairn
رجم هدبان
26.6 km away · SA
GeoNames topographic database · ridge
Şidāt aţ Ţirāq
36.4 km away · SA

Frequently asked questions

What is Qaşr Suwwul?

Qaşr Suwwul is a historic_site located in SA, catalogued in the GeoNames topographic database network. It has the public identifier #439518 and sits at an elevation of 675.0 metres. The point is used for geodetic reference, topographic surveys, and related measurement workflows.

Where are the exact coordinates of Qaşr Suwwul?

The position of Qaşr Suwwul in WGS84 is 26.950000°, 43.500000° (decimal), or 26° 56′ 60.00″ N, 43° 30′ 0.00″ E in degrees-minutes-seconds. For planar surveys in SA this falls approximately in UTM Zone 38N (approx.).

How can I reach and visit this historic_site?

Use the satellite imagery above to see the surrounding area. You can open this location directly in Google Maps, Google Earth, Bing Maps, or OpenStreetMap using the buttons provided. Many geodetic points are accessible to the public; some are on protected or private land — check local regulations before any field visit. Always bring documentation or your credentials if you plan to use the marker for professional measurement.

Is this point verified and usable for professional surveying?

This record has been community-verified 0 times. Data quality depends on the source: NGS and official national agency points are typically centimetre-accurate, OpenStreetMap survey points are metre-accurate, and GeoNames topographic landmarks (peaks, hills) are reference-grade only. Always cross-reference with the original agency datasheet before using this point for cadastral, legal, or safety-critical work.

Original source: this record was imported from geonames. Always refer to the original datasheet for the most up-to-date and authoritative data.