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Hemite Castle

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Hemite Castle

Hemite Castle or Amouda Castle is a ruined castle located in Osmaniye Province, Turkey. It is dating back to the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia in the 12th century AD. The castle was rebuilt by Crusaders in the 13th century AD.

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Country: Turkey

District: Osmaniye Province

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 12th Century AD

Oldest Culture: Armenian

Later Cultures: Crusaders

Site Features: Armenian & Crusader Monuments

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Elevation: 76 m

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