www.tishereen.com Al- Aliqa citadel is located 85 kilometers to the east of Tartous and 20 kilometers to the north west of Qadmus the famous Syrian summer resort.
Historians and archaeologists say the date of the construction of the citadel is not known exactly, but they believe it dates back to both the Greek and the Roman periods.
Sinan Rashed Eddin, one of the most famous Ismaeli leaders, conquered the citadel, repaired its walls and turned it a military fort for his troops.
Al- Zaher Baiber, a Memluke leader, conquered the citadel in 1217 A.D.
The citadel is built on a rocky mount with two walls which prop up the towers and arches...
Al- Aliqa citadel could be one of the countryصs most interesting tourist attractions and historical monuments. |