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TOURIST CLASS & VISITORS PERMITS ONLY

The Third Crusade (1189-1192) was marked by the Siege of Acre, which lasted almost two years. The Third Crusade began when the Muslim warrior Saladin drove a force of Crusaders into the hills at the Battle of Hattin. Saladin went … Continue reading

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HOLY WARS & FRIVOLOUS MISSIONS

It could be called the honor of kings. They met in bloody war for the Holy Land, the champion of Christendom and Islam. King Richard the Lion Hearted and Saladin. Richard was tall and fair and handsome; as well known … Continue reading

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