Crusader Fortress

The Knights Halls (Crusader Fortress) Acre, Israel - A stunning display of architecture

Zahi Shaked A tour guide in Israel and his camera
zahigo25@walla.com 972-54-6905522 tel
סיור עם מורה הדרך ומדריך הטיולים צחי שקד 0546905522
My name is Zahi Shaked
In 2000 I became a registered liscenced tourist guide.
My dedication in life is to pass on the ancient history of the Holy Land.

Following upon many years of travel around the world, which was highlighted by a very exciting emotional and soul-searching meeting with the Dalai Lama, I realized that I had a mission. To pass on the the history of the Holy Land, its religions, and in particular, the birth and development of Christianity.

In order to fulfill this calling in the best way possible, I studied in depth, visited, and personally experienced each and every important site of the ancient Christians. I studied for and received my first bachelors degree in the ancient history of the Holy Land, and am presently completing my studies for my second degree.(Masters)



Parralel to my studies, and in order to earn a living, I was employed for many years in advertising. What I learned there was how to attract the publics attention, generate and, increase interest, and assimilate information. All this I use as tools to describe, explain and deepen the interest in the sites that we visit. From my experience, I have learned that in this way, the Holy Land becomes more than just history, and that the large stones that we see scattered about in dissaray, join together one by one until they become - a Byzantine Church. This also happens when I lead a group of Pilgrims in the Steps of Jesus. We climb to the peak of Mount Precipice, glide over the land to the Sea of Galilee, land on the water and see the miracle which enfolds before us. This is a many faceted experience. Not only history which you will remember and cherish, but an experience which I hope will be inplanted in your hearts and minds, and will accompany you all the days of your life.

A tour of knights halls (the Crusader period of Israel), Old Acre, Israel

Zahi Shaked A tour guide in Israel and his camera
zahigo25@walla.com 972-54-6905522 tel
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Montfort: the Historic Crusader Castle in Northern Israel

HOLY LAND UNCOVERED | The crusaders left their mark on the Holy Land with several sites demonstrating their affluence. Look no further than Montfort, which sits atop the rolling hills of northern Israel and serves as a memory of their efforts to conquer the territory from Muslim hands. 

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The Crusader era fuels the imaginations of many. It was a time of knights and kings, castles and battles in the Holy Land. One place in particular tells us not only the story of this peculiar period, but also some anecdotes regarding the internal conflicts of the Jerusalem Kingdom in the 11th and 12th century CE. The history of the place goes back even further. 

The Talmud talks about a castle called 'Katzrah de Galeel' — Castle of the Galilee in Hebrew. It once stood just south of where Montfort is, and from this old castle's stones, the newer Montfort was built.

The Montfort castle was established by the Milly family – a French family who ruled the area now known as the Western Galilee. In 1187, following the expedition of Saladin in the area, the castle fell into the hands of Arab forces and, in 1192, the Crusaders recaptured the castle, and later it was sold to the Teutonic Knights order.

Research shows that the Montfort’s main purpose was not to protect the Teutonic knights from other orders who ruled the Holy Land. It was used mainly as an administrative headquarter and had no military significance. A tour of the site teaches us more about the Teutonic order.

Early research suggested that the Monfort was built in a rush, but Dr. Adrian Boas of Haifa University recently discovered a new hall which suggests that the knights who lived here had comparatively luxurious lives. 

Crusader domination at the site was short-lived. The downfall came in the late 13th century following the attack of the Mamluks headed by their king Baybars.

Until Baybars manages to bring down. That’s how we know a lot about them today. For years, this place stood deserted and neglected, but more recently research here has been growing. This place gives us a rare glimpse into magical times, a significant chapter in the history of the holy land.

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The Crusader Fortress (Knights Halls) Acre, Israel - Tour Guide: Zahi Shaked. 18 February 2014

Zahi Shaked A tour guide in Israel and his camera
zahigo25@walla.com +972-54-6905522 tel
סיור עם מורה הדרך ומדריך הטיולים צחי שקד 0546905522
My name is Zahi Shaked
In 2000 I became a registered liscenced tourist guide.
My dedication in life is to pass on the ancient history of the Holy Land.

Following upon many years of travel around the world, which was highlighted by a very exciting emotional and soul-searching meeting with the Dalai Lama, I realized that I had a mission. To pass on the the history of the Holy Land, its religions, and in particular, the birth and development of Christianity.

In order to fulfill this calling in the best way possible, I studied in depth, visited, and personally experienced each and every important site of the ancient Christians. I studied for and received my first bachelors degree in the ancient history of the Holy Land, and am presently completing my studies for my second degree.(Masters)



Parralel to my studies, and in order to earn a living, I was employed for many years in advertising. What I learned there was how to attract the publics attention, generate and, increase interest, and assimilate information. All this I use as tools to describe, explain and deepen the interest in the sites that we visit. From my experience, I have learned that in this way, the Holy Land becomes more than just history, and that the large stones that we see scattered about in dissaray, join together one by one until they become - a Byzantine Church. This also happens when I lead a group of Pilgrims in the Steps of Jesus. We climb to the peak of Mount Precipice, glide over the land to the Sea of Galilee, land on the water and see the miracle which enfolds before us. This is a many faceted experience. Not only history which you will remember and cherish, but an experience which I hope will be inplanted in your hearts and minds, and will accompany you all the days of your life.

Underground museum in Acre/ Akko Israel. Crusader fortress

The Watchman Episode 76: Napoleon, Crusaders, Fascinating History of Akko, Ancient Israeli Port City

Host Erick Stakelbeck visits the ancient Israeli port city of Akko (Acre) to learn its amazing history, from the Old Testament to the Crusaders to Napoleon to today.

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Crusader secret tunnels in Acre ,Israel

Crusader secret tunnels in Acre ,Israel

Old Acre, Israel - A Wonderful UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Crusader kingdom

Zahi Shaked A tour guide in Israel and his camera zahigo25@walla.com +972-54-6905522 tel סיור עם מורה הדרך ומדריך הטיולים צחי שקד 0546905522
My name is Zahi Shaked
In 2000 I became a registered liscenced tourist guide.
My dedication in life is to pass on the ancient history of the Holy Land.

Following upon many years of travel around the world, which was highlighted by a very exciting emotional and soul-searching meeting with the Dalai Lama, I realized that I had a mission. To pass on the the history of the Holy Land, its religions, and in particular, the birth and development of Christianity.

In order to fulfill this calling in the best way possible, I studied in depth, visited, and personally experienced each and every important site of the ancient Christians. I studied for and received my first bachelors degree in the ancient history of the Holy Land, and am presently completing my studies for my second degree.(Masters)



Parralel to my studies, and in order to earn a living, I was employed for many years in advertising. What I learned there was how to attract the publics attention, generate and, increase interest, and assimilate information. All this I use as tools to describe, explain and deepen the interest in the sites that we visit. From my experience, I have learned that in this way, the Holy Land becomes more than just history, and that the large stones that we see scattered about in dissaray, join together one by one until they become - a Byzantine Church. This also happens when I lead a group of Pilgrims in the Steps of Jesus. We climb to the peak of Mount Precipice, glide over the land to the Sea of Galilee, land on the water and see the miracle which enfolds before us. This is a many faceted experience. Not only history which you will remember and cherish, but an experience which I hope will be inplanted in your hearts and minds, and will accompany you all the days of your life.

The Fall of Acre, 1291 - Fall of the Crusader States, Episode 3

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In this episode, Rand Brown, Paul Copenhagen, Dr. Stephen Donnachie, and J Stephen Roberts take a look at the fall of Acre in 1291. We'll examine how the Mamelukes planned and organized their attack, and how the Crusaders of Acre, led primarily by the Knights Templar, executed a heroic but doomed defense.

Israel - Acre, Crusader city

Photographer:Samuel Magal (samuel@sites-and-photos.com)
After roughly four years of siege, Acre finally capitulated to the forces of King Baldwin I of Jerusalem in 1104 following the First Crusade. The Crusaders made the town their chief port in the Kingdom of Jerusalem. On the first Crusade, Fulcher relates his travels with the Crusading armies of King Baldwin, including initially staying over in Acre before the army's advance to Jerusalem.

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Akko or Acre, Israel

This is a video of the Crusader city of Akko, aka Acre. This is one of the oldest cities of the world. You will see the fortress and the underground rooms of the Crusader knights.

Light Show Projection in the Templars' - Hospitaller Crusader Fortress, Acre, State of Israel

A tour of the ancient crusader city of Acre/Akko | Trip to Israel 2019

The city of Acre (Akko) is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, dating back to the time of the Pharaoh Thutmose III (1504-1450 BCE).

It is a city of intrigue, where you can walk through labyrinthine alleys and streets and explore the remnants of Crusader, Muslim and Ottoman conquerors. Walking along the walls of the city, you also get a spectacular view of the sea and, on clear days, the city of Haifa.

The Old City of Akko was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001.

The city was one of the most important and militarily strategic cities in the world for the better part of two hundred years. Christian warriors from Europe poured into this citadel on their way to do battle with the armies of Islam. It was from here that Hospitalers, Templars, Teutonic Knights and others rode forth to defend the Crusader kingdoms in the Holy Land; and it was here, in Akko, where the crusaders made their last stand in Palestine. During the Christian occupation of Israel, the majority of pilgrims visiting from Europe also passed through Akko enroute to Jerusalem. Today the still-formidable looking city remains a symbol of the act of pilgrimage.

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Acre (Akko), Israel: the Crusaders Knights Halls: the main court yard of the fortress

Zahi Shaked A tour guide in Israel and his camera
zahigo25@walla.com 972-54-6905522 tel
סיור עם מורה הדרך ומדריך הטיולים צחי שקד 0546905522
My name is Zahi Shaked
In 2000 I became a registered liscenced tourist guide.
My dedication in life is to pass on the ancient history of the Holy Land.

Following upon many years of travel around the world, which was highlighted by a very exciting emotional and soul-searching meeting with the Dalai Lama, I realized that I had a mission. To pass on the the history of the Holy Land, its religions, and in particular, the birth and development of Christianity.

In order to fulfill this calling in the best way possible, I studied in depth, visited, and personally experienced each and every important site of the ancient Christians. I studied for and received my first bachelors degree in the ancient history of the Holy Land, and am presently completing my studies for my second degree.(Masters)



Parralel to my studies, and in order to earn a living, I was employed for many years in advertising. What I learned there was how to attract the publics attention, generate and, increase interest, and assimilate information. All this I use as tools to describe, explain and deepen the interest in the sites that we visit. From my experience, I have learned that in this way, the Holy Land becomes more than just history, and that the large stones that we see scattered about in dissaray, join together one by one until they become - a Byzantine Church. This also happens when I lead a group of Pilgrims in the Steps of Jesus. We climb to the peak of Mount Precipice, glide over the land to the Sea of Galilee, land on the water and see the miracle which enfolds before us. This is a many faceted experience. Not only history which you will remember and cherish, but an experience which I hope will be inplanted in your hearts and minds, and will accompany you all the days of your life.

Walking the Templars' Tunnel at Akko

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This 1, 000-Foot-Long Secret Passage Was Built Below Israel – and Forgotten About for 700 Years

About 700-years ago, during the time of the Crusades, Christian forces in Acre knew that the Muslim army would soon attack them. The Christians wanted to hold onto the Israeli city, but there were no guarantees. The Knights Templar decided to build a secret passage beneath Acre that would lead to the ocean. The tunnel was so well concealed that it remained undiscovered for 700 years.
The problems started in 1095. During that time, Pope Urban II gathered the Council of Clermont that was made up of Roman and Catholic members of the clergy, both ordained and non-ordained, in the South of France. At the meeting, the Christians agreed to fight against the Muslim soldiers. The Christians wanted to reclaim the Holy Land. The Third Crusade in 1189 and the Christian soldiers were unable to reclaim Jerusalem. Fortunately, all was not lost. In 1191, the armies managed to claim the city of Acre, and victory was theirs.
During the period of the Crusades, the Knights Templar were one of many religious, military groups. They took it upon themselves to keep the Holy Land safe while looking after the Christian pilgrims who made their way to the area. The group was founded by a Frenchman named Hugues de Payens during the early Crusades. It wasn't until 1139 that the group was formally recognized. Pope Innocent II issued a decree that the Knights Templar had his protection. They also granted the members the rights to keep any treasures that they acquired in the Middle East. The group became famous in countries where Christianity was practiced. The more they were recognized, the more money came. They were instantly recognizable thanks to the way they were dressed. The colors were designed to do more than get them noticed. The colors had a symbolic meaning. The white cloth stood for their modesty and abstinence. The red crosses were a marker of martyrdom. They believed that if they died during the battle, it would guarantee their entrance to Heaven. Thanks to their money, they were able to build strong buildings in the Holy Land. Many of these still exist today. Around this time, the order built up a base in the coastal city. They knew that losing their stronghold was a possibility if their armies were attacked. This was when they came up with a plan to protect their territory. They decided that they needed to build up walls that nobody could get through. By the 13th century, the fortress was considered the strongest in the city. There were two towers with walls that were 28-feet thick. There were two smaller towers that were topped with a gilded lion. While building the fortress, the group decided that they needed a plan B. This was when they had a hidden subterranean passageway built underneath the building. If the castle was invaded, the group could flea underneath the building. It was also a way for them to get the supplies that they needed secretly.
The city had fallen and Khalil, the Egyptian sultan, ordered the city to be burned to the ground. This would prevent the Crusaders from regaining their territory. The fortress and other defensive strongholds were gone, and Acre was no longer a prized port. In fact, it was completely forgotten about until the mid-'90s. It was then that the settlement made headlines thanks to the subterranean tunnel.
In 1994, a woman was having issues with her drains. She called a plumber to fix the problem. When he was looking for the issue, he found much more than a drainage system. The Templars' tunnel was directly under her house. When experts visited the passage, they found that the tunnel dated back to the Crusades.
The tunnel was 1,150-feet long and ran under acre's Pisan quarter. The passageway was made of stone, and the methods of construction changed from section to section. The lower portion was made of whittled down rock. Above that section was a tunnel covered by a layer of hewn stone. When the tunnel was discovered, the authorities decided to restore it. During the renovation process, electric lights and a walkway were added. Finally, in 1999, a section of the passageway was ready for tourists. In 2007, the entire tunnel was ready for people to explore. The fact that the passageway remained undiscovered was unbelievable. If it weren't for that woman and her plumbing issue, the tunnel never would have been discovered. Unfortunately, the landmarks have changed over the centuries. The original fortress is now gone, and it has been replaced with a lighthouse. This 1, 000-Foot-Long Secret Passage Was Built Below Israel – And Forgotten About For 700 Years.

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