Hidden gem
Shayzar Castle
A ridge above the Orontes
Shayzar · Hama
Overview
A long medieval castle occupying a narrow rock ridge above the Orontes north-west of Hama, with rock-cut ditches and towers along the spine.
Why visit
- A castle shaped by its rock ridge
- River views below the walls
- Rarely visited
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