Chastel Blanc, Crusader castle in Safita, Syria.
The stone fortress stands 28 meters high on the middle hill of Safita, featuring thick limestone walls and a strategic observation point over the region.
The Knights Templar constructed this fortification after 1117, incorporating it into their defensive network alongside Tartus, Ruad Island, and Krak des Chevaliers strongholds.
The ground floor contains a chapel dedicated to Saint Michael, which continues to serve the Greek Orthodox community for religious ceremonies.
Located between Tartus and the Lebanese border, the castle remains open to visitors who can access multiple floors through preserved stone staircases.
A large bell mounted on the western wall produces sounds that reach distances up to 5 kilometers across the Syrian countryside.
GPS coordinates: 34.82080,36.11720
Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15
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