Which monumental medieval citadel, dominating the city of Tripoli, was originally founded by Raymond de Saint-Gilles (Count of Toulouse) in 1103?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles (Qalaat Sanjil)
- Step 1: Count Raymond built the fortress on Mount Pilgrim (Mons Peregrinus) during the Crusader siege of Tripoli.
- Step 2: The citadel was later extensively expanded by Mamluk Sultan al-Ashraf Khalil and Ottoman governors.
Answer
Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles (Qalaat Sanjil).
Why not the others: 'Krak des Chevaliers' is situated in western Syria; 'Margat Castle' overlooks the Syrian coast; 'Citadel of Salah al-Din' is in the coastal mountains of Latakia.
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