Citadel of Homs

The citadel rises 532 meters above sea level, featuring dual concentric forts with defensive walls and multiple semi-circular towers throughout the structure.

Built in 1031 by Shibl al-Dawla Nasr for Kurdish troops, the castle later became a Knights Hospitaller stronghold from 1142 until its capture by Mamluk forces in 1271.

The fortress includes a Gothic hall and a former church transformed into a mosque, reflecting the architectural influences of different civilizations across centuries.

The castle occupies 30,000 square meters of land and contains storage facilities, soldier quarters, and the Tower of the King's Daughter, which now serves as a restaurant.

The structure stands on foundations dating to the time of Pharaoh Ramses II, with parts of the original fortress Shabton still visible beneath the medieval construction.

Location: Homs Subdistrict

GPS coordinates: 34.72344,36.71441

Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15