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Krak des Chevaliers
A Crusader fortress in Syria considered one of the most important preserved medieval castles in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
37 km · about 45 min drive
Homs, Syria · Asia
Al Ghanţū sits on the route: 5 minutes from Tallbīsah, 37km from Krak des Chevaliers.
Al Ghanţū is a town located in Homs, Syria. With a population of 9,412, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Al Ghanţū sits in Syria. It's in the Asia/Damascus time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Al Ghanţū to your route.
Al-Ghantoo (Arabic: الغنطو) or al-Ghantu, ALA-LC: al-Ghānṭū: but the original name is spelled: الغُنْثُر/ Al-Ghonthor, which means the land of fountains) is a town in the west of Syria, administratively part of the Homs Governorate, located 12 km (7.5 mi) north of Homs. Nearby towns include Talbisa to the northeastRead more
and Taldou further to the northwest. According to the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), al-Ghantu had a population of 9,412 in 2004. Its inhabitants are predominantly Sunni Muslims, many of whom are Turkmens.
Most of its residents work in agriculture, and many farmers specialize in vegetables such as lettuce, cabbage, tomatoes, carrots, peppers and others. Olive groves have increased annually. There are many places of interest in the village including old Ancient Roman bridges and water mills on the al-Assali River which passes through the west side of the village.
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Al Ghanţū is located in Homs, Syria, Asia. The coordinates are 34.8220 latitude, 36.6961 longitude.
Al Ghanţū has a population of approximately 9,412 people, making it a town in Syria.
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A Crusader fortress in Syria considered one of the most important preserved medieval castles in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
37 km · about 45 min drive
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