Photo: Tripoli Castle entrance, Lebanon

Entrance to Tripoli Castle, with the Curator briefly seen; the door was hand-made by the Turks he told me.

Tripoli Castle also known as The Fortress of St. Gilles, is believed to have been built in the 12th century BC by the Phoenicians. The castle offers an exceptionable view of the ancient city of Tripoli, and is an important symbol of the Phoenician history of Lebanon.

Today the site is well preserved, popular amongst the tourists who visit Tripoli.

Canon EOS 400D/Digital Rebel XTi

Canon EFS 18-55mm. lens

Tripoli, Lebanon

11.14.2007