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City in Syria
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قلعة طرطوس
Old castle, today only parts remain and the castle grounds are occupied by other buildings. However the keep is open for visitors and contains a small museum and cultural exhibitions.
كاتدرائية طرطوس
Former Catholic cathedral erected during the 12th century. It has been described by historians as the best-preserved religious structure of the crusades.
قلعة أرواد
A major resort located a few kilometers north the city that remains open despite the ongoing civil war.
Low Budget hotel. Hotel is close to bus station. Next to Tartus museum. Owner is a nice man, he has also shop in the same building. Rooms are clean.
Budget hotel. Rooms are dirty and stink. Staff (owner) doesn't speak English.
Nice hotel, with clean rooms and bathrooms.
As of 2017, rail services is limited to twice daily trains from Latakia, all long distance trains are cancelled indefinitely.
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