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  • Castle of Nephin

  • Castle of Nephin

    Castle of Nephin or Enfeh Castle is a ruined castle located in the town of Enfeh in North Governorate, Lebanon. It dates back to the Crusader period in the 12th century AD. The castle was completely destroyed by the Mamluks in 1289 AD.
    The site is one of the elements included in the UNESCO Tentative List for World Heritage designation, Ras al-Qalaat promontory / Ras Al Natour promontory / Ras el-Mlelih Promontory.
    UNESCO Tentative List
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    Castle of Nephin

    UNESCO Tentative List

    Date of Submission

    2020

    fortification

    Castles and Fortresses

    Location

    Lebanon

    North

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    12th Century AD

    Crusaders

    Crusaders

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    Crusader Monuments

     

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