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Krak des Chevaliars, Syria is one of the most visited Tourist Attractions in Syria. The castle at present is situated on the southern part of the spur of the gebel at a place where once stood the Islamic Castle of Kurds. The architectural style of Krak des Chevaliars, Syria has been admired by many.

The height of Krak des Chevaliars, Syria measures about 2300 feet above the sea level and is often referred to as the one of the greatest Castles in Syria as well as the world.. The castle reflects the architectural splendor the city of Syria of the medieval period.

History
In the year 1142 , the ownership of Krak des Chevaliars, Syria changed hands. The castle was given to Knights Hospitallers, the count of Tripoli, Raymonds. It was the Knights Hospitallers who renovated and gave the present form to the castle, which made it one of the architectural masterpieces of military architecture.

Features
Krak des Chevaliars, Syria, the well known among the Syria Castles, is noted for its two lines of defense which are concentric ones. The outer part of the castle is the curtained wall, which has several cylindrical walls. This part of the castle is called as the inner ring. The outer and the inner part are separated by a ditch. However you will find a reservoir to the south of the inner ring.

The inner ring of Krak des Chevaliars, Syria, one of the most reputed Syria tourist attractions, is called as the crusader's castle. You will find a wide ramp at the entrance and vaulted passage. The vaulted passage connects the inner part with the outer one. There are large taluses which were added on the southwestern and the eastern side which make the structure resistant to earthquakes.

You will also find a small chapel near the eastern side of the entrance which was converted to a mosque by the Barbers. Another noted feature of the architectural style of the mosque is the spiral stairs. Do not miss to visit Krak des Chevaliars, Syria on your Syria Tours. The place can be visited very easily from all corners of the city.

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