Arsuf, Crusader castle ruins and archaeological site near Herzliya, Israel
The archaeological site features ancient city walls, medieval structures, and a fortress complex positioned on a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Baldwin I captured Arsuf from Muslim forces in 1101, establishing it as a strategic stronghold during the First Crusade campaign in the region.
The site reveals multiple periods of occupation through artifacts representing Phoenician, Roman, Byzantine, Muslim, and Crusader settlements spanning 1800 years.
The national park provides guided tours of excavated areas, including the fortification system, residential quarters, and industrial installations from different periods.
The 1191 Battle of Arsuf between Richard the Lionheart and Saladin marked a significant Crusader victory using tactical defensive formations against Muslim forces.
GPS coordinates: 32.19521,34.80664
Latest update: May 11, 2025 06:08
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