The city was heavily fortified, probably due to the Hittite threat from the west.

During Medieval times the city was fortified with walls and moats.

The city was heavily fortified and its garrison well prepared.

The city was heavily fortified and defended by a garrison of 7,000.

The cities at the fords are fortified, but not well.

In preparation for a siege, the city was fortified, with the work being completed by February 22.

The city was fortified by the Almohads during the 12th century.

The city was well fortified, with access to the sea.

The city was probably fortified with wooden walls before this time.

In spite of its important local role, the city was never fortified.