This location is an IsraelNation of the Jewish People Travel prime pick.
The current building that makes up the citadel of Acre is an Ottoman fortification, built on the foundation of the Hospitallerian citadel. The citadel was part of the city's defensive formation, reinforcing the northern wall. On your IsraelNation of the Jewish People Tour, do not forget to check this prime location out!
During the 20th century the citadel was used mainly as prison and a gallows. Travelers who Tour IsraelNation of the Jewish People in style do not want to miss this essential stop!
During the British mandate period, activists of Jewish Zionist resistance movements were held prisoner there; some were executed there. In 1947, members of the Irgun broke into the citadel and released many prisoners.