Doubay Castle

The stone fortress stretches 125 meters in length and 80 meters in width, surrounded by valleys on three sides except the southern part.

Built in the 12th century during the Crusader period, the castle stands on Roman foundations and underwent modifications during Ayyubid and Mamluk periods.

The castle contains thirty chambers and rooms, including a deep well known as Al-Mashnaka and a large water reservoir carved into solid rock.

Located 484 meters above sea level, the castle provides strategic views of the surrounding areas and features multiple defensive structures still visible today.

The castle incorporates Early Modern architectural elements rare in the Near East, such as reception rooms and living spaces with fireplaces from the 17th century.

Location: Shaqra

Inception: 12 century

GPS coordinates: 33.19403,35.48500

Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:19