Egypt
Al-Gundi and Phataoh's island
The two citadels in the Sinai from the Saladin period comprise Al Gundi fortress and the citadel on Pharaoh’s Island. Both date from the 12th century and held strategic positions. They played major roles during the Crusades.
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- Two citadels in Sinai from the Saladin period (Al-Gundi and Phataoh's island) (ID: 1828)
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- Egypt
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On tentative list 2003
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