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7th March '09
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Carolynn-in-Dubai > Coffee on the road, our driver Taisser on the left and Colin on the right.
Carolynn-in-Dubai > Krak de Chevaliers. Just wow! The inner castle was originally built in 1031 by the Emir of Homs. The Crusaders reached here in 1099 but it wasn't until 1170 that the massive expansion began under the Hospitallers. In 1188 Saladin had a crack at the castle (if you'll pardon the pun) but withdrew after only a couple of days. At its peak the castle was home to a garrison of 2,000 soldiers.
Carolynn-in-Dubai > The entrance to Krak de Chevaliers. The long stairs were constructed so horses could get up the ramp. The holes in the roof are not only to let in light, but also in times of battle were used to drop hot oil onto attackers.
Carolynn-in-Dubai > Corridor inside the castle - this place was built to last.
Carolynn-in-Dubai > Inside the castle between the outer and inner walls.
Carolynn-in-Dubai > The roof in the entrance to the castle.
Carolynn-in-Dubai > The entrance ramps.
Carolynn-in-Dubai > The wall on the right called a glacis was originally smooth to prevent attackers climbing up it (same as Kerak Castle in Jordan)
Carolynn-in-Dubai > The view out over the valley, it was a very foggy day unfortunately.
Coffee on the road, our driver Taisser on the left and Colin on the right.
> Coffee on the road, our driver Taisser on the left and Colin on the right.
Coffee on the road, our driver Taisser on the left and Colin on the right.
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