Belvoir Fortress

Beit Shean, North District, Israel

Israel Historic Sites

Crusader Castles

Crusader Ruins

About Belvoir Fortress

Offering up great views of the surrounding area, the ruins of this former Crusader castle can be found towering high above the Jordan Valley. Once a stronghold of the powerful Knights Hospitallers, Belvoir was located at a key strategic location and dominated the local area. Despite withstanding a number of attacks the fortress fell to Saladin’s forces after a long siege. Today the fortress is located in Belvoir National Park and is a popular visitor attraction.

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Name

Belvoir Fortress

Alternative Name

Belvoir Castle

Location

Beit Shean, North District, Israel

Categories

Middle Ages, Israel, Castle, Crusader Castle

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