Citadel of Tartus
| Citadel of Tartus | |
|---|---|
قلعة طرطوس | |
| Tartus, Syria | |
Fortification wall and moat of the Citadel of Tartus | |
| Site information | |
| Type | Castle |
| Condition | Residential area |
| Location | |
| Coordinates | 34°53′37″N 35°52′36″E / 34.89361°N 35.87667°E |
The Citadel of Tartus (Arabic: قلعة طرطوس) is a historic building now mostly a residential area by the Mediterranean Sea in Tartus, Syria. It was one of the most important fortresses in the county of Tripoli.