Sidon (Saida) Castle, Sidon, Lebanon

Built in 1228 AD by the crusaders, Sidon Sea Castle sits on a small island at the end of a causeway connected to the mainland and to the city of Sidon .

A popular place of interest in Sidon with visitors, unfortunately all that can be seen today is a shadow of the former fortress.  The castle was amongst those destroyed, in an attempt to prevent the crusaders re-establishing a coastal stronghold again. All that remains are two towers connected by a wall; however a great view is enjoyed if you climb to the top of the towers.