Burj Safita, Syria XAWF04840

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Chastel Blanc, or Burj Safita, Tartous Governorate, Syria. Built in the 12th century by the Knights Templar as one of a string of Crusader fortifications in the area. Following earthquake damage the keep was last rebuilt in 1202. Photographed by Aerofilms Ltd; date uncertain, probably 1950s
Copyright © Historic England Archive
Media ID 13170626
Date: 8th December 2016
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
Credit: Historic England Archive. Aerofi
Image Size: 3459 x 3508 Pixels
Filesize is 6.92MB
Associated Categories: World Heritage
Keywords: aerial, castle, medieval