The fortress was originally constructed by the Romans as a seagate, but acquired its present form after various additions during the Byzantine and Lusignan times.
The fortress has a

rectangular plan, and is made up of an outer and an inner wall. It is surrounded by a moat. Access to the fortress was archived by a mobile bridge, which does not exist today. The inner courtyard of the fortress contains a large hall, basilicas of various sizes and a cistern. At its present from, the fortress reflects characteristics typical of medieval architecture.