Explanation

Tartus  is the second largest port city in Syria (after Latakia), and the largest city in Tartus Governorate.

Until the 1970s, Tartus was under the governance of the Latakia Governorate, then it became a separate governorate.

Established: 2nd millennium 

Founded by: Phoenicians

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The Port of Latakia is a seaport located on the Mediterranean Sea in the city of Latakia.

Established on 12 February 1950