Tartous

Why visit

• Medieval old quarter by the sea
• Boats to Arwad Island
• Relaxed seafront promenade

Overview

Tartous combines a Mediterranean seafront with a compact medieval quarter built around a Crusader-era cathedral. It is the departure point for Arwad, Syria's only inhabited island.

History

A Phoenician and Roman coastal settlement that became a significant Crusader stronghold before returning to Muslim rule.

Visitor tips

• · Boat schedules to Arwad vary by season
• · Evenings on the corniche are the local highlight

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