Talk:Barsbay Tower
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The Lion Tower is a small fortress located at the far eastern end of the Tripoli harbor in North Lebanon. The tower was named after the relief decorations depicting lions that used to line the facade. The structure dates to the end of the 15th century and is attributed to the Mamluk Sultan Qaitbay. The tower is considered an exceptional example of Mamluk military architecture.Photo: American Colony, Jerusalem; Restoration: Chick Bowen