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Bani Qahtan Castle
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Bani Qahtan Castle
Bani Qahtan Castle is a fortress in the Syrian Coastal Mountains near Lattakia city. The castle is totally damaged and not much remained from it. The ruins date back to 12th century. The castle is mentioned as being a stronghold in the hands of Ismaeli Arabs, who surrendered it to Salaheddin Al-Ayoubi (Saladdin) in 1188.
Site Information
Country: Syria
District: Latakia Governorate
Category: Castles and Fortresses
Site History: 12th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Islamic
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Islamic Monuments
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