Karantina, Heritage castle in Old City of Hebron, Palestine.
The stone fortress stands at the coordinates 31.52184N, 35.1042E, featuring architectural elements characteristic of 19th-century regional military structures.
Sultan Abdülmecid I established this fortification in 1848 during the Ottoman Empire period to serve as a quarantine facility in the region.
The structure's name originates from its function as a health control point, reflecting the Ottoman administration's response to disease management.
Visitors can reach the castle through the winding streets of Hebron's Old City, where local guides offer detailed information about the structure.
The castle maintains its original stone walls and demonstrates the intersection of military architecture with public health requirements of the 1800s.
Location: Hebron Governorate
Inception: 1848
Founders: Abdülmecid I
GPS coordinates: 31.52184,35.10420
Latest update: March 5, 2025 13:52
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