Sites & cities that bear the name of Ras Ibn Hani

Ras Ibn Hani

Today in : Syrian Arab Republic
First trace of activity : ca. 12th century B.C.E
Last trace of activity : ca. 6th century C.E
Recorded names : Betyllion, رأس ابن هاني‎

Description : Ras Ibn Hani (Arabic: رأس ابن هاني‎) is a small cape located 8 kilometers (5.0 mi) north of Latakia, Syria on the Mediterranean Sea. It is an important archaeological site as it was occupied almost continuously from the late Bronze Age until Byzantine times. The site now is in a major resort area called the Cote d'Azur of Syria.

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