Khan al-Askar had an important defensive role during its time. Now a historic attraction, you can just imagine some of the scenes its mighty walls have witnessed.
When you've spent a bit of time at this Tripoli history-filled fortress, why not make your way to Souq al-Haraj, Tripoli Stadium and Burtasiya Mosque and Madrassa? They're not far from Khan al-Askar and also popular with tourists.