Cathedral of Our Lady of Tortosa Church
Medieval cathedral in historic Tortosa, Crusader heritage
The Crusader‑era cathedral in Tortosa (Tartus Governorate) offers medieval stone architecture on Syria's coast; travelers interested in Crusader history and coastal archaeology visit the site.
Cathedral of Our Lady of Tortosa at a Glance#
How to Get to Cathedral of Our Lady of Tortosa#
Tartus is a coastal city on Syria’s Mediterranean coast. The cathedral sits in the old part of the city near the port; from the central bus hub a short taxi or local minibus ride will reach medieval sites. Due to security and heritage concerns, access may be restricted - check local conditions and official advice before attempting travel.
Tips for Visiting Cathedral of Our Lady of Tortosa#
- The Crusader-era architecture is fragile; if the site is visitable, follow local signage and stay on designated paths.
- Combine a visit with a trip to Tartus' seaside fortress and local markets to get both the medieval and contemporary city experience.
- Check security and travel advisories for the region before planning a trip to coastal Syria.
Best Time to Visit Cathedral of Our Lady of Tortosa#
Coastal seasons are milder in spring and autumn; verify local conditions before visiting.
Weather & Climate near Cathedral of Our Lady of Tortosa#
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (837 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
