6Masada – Israel (circa 30 BC)

Built by Herod the Great on a plateau overlooking the Dead Sea, Masada is a symbol of both architectural brilliance and tragic resistance.

It served as a palace-fortress and was later occupied by Jewish zealots during the Roman siege. Its strategic location, massive storehouses, and complex water system make it one of the most compelling fortresses in the ancient world.

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