Masyaf

is really Masyaf Castle, Hama Governorate

Real place, reimagined

Real-world photo: Wikimedia Commons

How close does the game get to the real place?

In the game

The old Assassin fortress where Ezio's journey starts and ends, and the setting of all of Altaïr's memories.

The real seat of the Syrian Nizari Ismailis in the 12th century, restored with help from the Aga Khan Trust.

Check your government's travel advice before any trip to Syria; the castle is about 40 km west of Hama.

Masyaf Castle is also in Assassin's Creed. See all 2 games side by side

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