Tarout Castle, Portuguese heritage castle in Tarout Island, Saudi Arabia
The defensive stone fortress stands on a hill in the center of Tarout Island, featuring four conical towers and thick perimeter walls.
Archaeological evidence indicates human settlement at the castle site dating back to 2300 BCE, with structures from multiple civilizations discovered beneath the fortress.
The local population refers to the fortress as 'Castello', reflecting the Portuguese influence on the architectural design and military engineering of the structure.
Visitors can reach the castle via bridges connecting Tarout Island to mainland Saudi Arabia, with the site located 30 kilometers from Dammam city.
The castle structure, when viewed from above, resembles the shape of a sea crab, covering an area of 600 square meters.
Location: Tarout Island
GPS coordinates: 26.56916,50.06823
Latest update: August 30, 2025 13:29
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