Chastel Rouge, Crusader fortress ruins near Yahmur village, Syria
The castle structure includes a two-floor donjon measuring 16 meters long and 14 meters wide, enclosed by rectangular outer walls spanning 42 meters.
The fortress transferred to Hospitaller control in 1177 following Raymond III's decision to modify the defensive network of the County of Tripoli.
The archaeological excavations at Chastel Rouge reveal multiple occupation layers, from Phoenician settlements through Greco-Roman periods to medieval Crusader constructions.
The castle site stands 78 meters above sea level, accessible via a 12-kilometer route from the city of Tartus in northwestern Syria.
The fortress exhibits inscriptions from different historical periods, demonstrating the continuous military significance of this strategic location through multiple civilizations.
Location: Tartus Governorate
GPS coordinates: 34.81222,35.97056
Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15
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