Mountain town with the famous Tower of the Knights.
Safita crowns a hilltop with its famous white Crusader tower looking out over a sea of olive and orange groves stretching to the Mediterranean.
Safita is a mountain town in Tartus province famous for its Crusader Tower (Chastel Blanc) and stunning green scenery.
The Tower of Safita (Chastel Blanc) is a 12th-century Crusader fortress. It offers a 360-degree panoramic view over a sea of olive and orange trees.
Safita is approximately 30km from Tartus, about 30 minutes by car.
Mountain hotels and lodges are available. The place is ideal for nature and history lovers.