Areima Castle, Medieval castle in Al-Ariya plain, Syria
The fortress stands on a rocky plateau 178 meters above sea level, featuring two main towers that reach thirty meters in height.
Built in the late 11th century by Atsiz ibn Uq, the castle underwent modifications under Sultan Saladin after his capture of the structure in 1174.
The castle's name originates from the Arabic word for unthreshed wheat, reflecting its position on a low hill overlooking the Al-Abresh River valley.
The castle contains extensive tunnel systems with semi-circular ceilings, constructed using thick stone walls in a vaulted Byzantine architectural style.
From its surveillance towers, observers could monitor three directions simultaneously: Safita, Qalaat al-Hossn, and Qalaat Jbail castles.
GPS coordinates: 34.74450,36.04250
Latest update: July 25, 2025 09:15
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