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- The Great Hall, called la Salle des Chevaliers in French, is a 12th century Crusader addition to the castle. It was built as ... more>>>
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- The best full views of this incredible architectural masterpiece (seen in the attached photo) are on the road just west of th... more>>>
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- The main defence tower at the northern end of the Castle is called the Tower of the Daughter of the King. It is a square towe... more>>>
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- The main entrance to Krak des Chevaliers was built in the late Crusader period. The Arabic inscription above it commemorates ... more>>>
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- A tour of the moat - the area between the two walls of the castle - is recommended. It provides a good perspective on the cas... more>>>
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- The focal point of the inner fortress is its courtyard, which connects the Chapel, Loggia, the Refectory and the main entranc... more>>>
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- Two lion sculptures above an entrance into the moat are said to represent the English Crusader, Richard I, nicknamed "The Lio... more>>>
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- Past the main entrance to the castle is a long, dark, vaulted ramp. Small steps up the ramp were designed to allow horses to ... more>>>
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- The Chapel dates from about the middle of the 12th century and was built in simple Romanesque style. It is located opposite t... more>>>
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- The upper courtyard leads to the southern section of the inner fortress. This part of the castle is considered one of the str... more>>>