Acre

Town · 🇮🇱 Israel

Population 48,900

Area 28 km²

Time zone Asia/Jerusalem

Official website www.akko.org.il

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Acre Essentials

Acre is a UNESCO World Heritage site defined by its layered maritime history. This selection highlights the city's architectural evolution, from the subterranean Templar Tunnel and Gothic Knights' Halls of the Crusader era to the 18th-century Ottoman landmarks like Al Jazzar Mosque and Hamam Al Basha. The list covers essential cultural sites, including the Underground Prisoners Museum and the ethnographic collections within the city walls, alongside local culinary staples like Hummus Said.

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Crusader Legacy

Explore the architectural remnants of Acre's tenure as the capital of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem. This collection highlights the city's medieval military engineering, featuring the massive Citadel built atop Hospitaller ruins, the submerged foundations of the Templar fortress, and the strategic Tower of Flies. These sites illustrate the transition from Crusader stronghold to Ottoman fortress, including subterranean halls, harbor defenses, and ancient mounds used during historic sieges.

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Religious Heritage

Acre’s Old City preserves a dense concentration of religious sites reflecting its Ottoman, Crusader, and modern history. The skyline is dominated by the green dome of the 18th-century Al Jazzar Mosque, while hidden within the alleys are the Or Torah Synagogue with its intricate mosaics and the 18th-century Al-Muallaq Mosque built atop Crusader ruins. These sites, alongside Greek Orthodox churches and historic synagogues, illustrate the city's role as a spiritual crossroads for Muslim, Jewish, and Christian communities.

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