Krak des Chevaliers
CountrySyria
RegionHoms
Period12th century
Year Built1142
About Krak des Chevaliers
One of the most important preserved medieval castles in the world. A Crusader fortress described by T.E. Lawrence as the most admirable castle in the world. Could garrison 2,000 soldiers. Fell to the Mamluks in 1271 after a 36-day siege.