Ajloun Castle (Arabic: قلعة عجلون, romanized: Qalʻat 'Ajloun), medieval name Qalʻat ar-Rabad, is a 12th-century Muslim castle situated in northwestern Jordan. It is placed on a hilltop belonging …

Ajloun Castle is approximately 50 kilometers from the city of Amman which takes around one and a half hours by car. The city of Jerash is just a forty-minute journey away via a picturesque …

Ajlouni Castle is really an imposing and amazing place to explore. It sits high on a hill (just like every fortress/castle seems to), and it is extremely well preserved. The inside of the castle is …

Hidden for centuries in sand before being excavated and restored over the past 70 years, Jerash reveals a fine example of the grand, formal provincial Roman urbanism that is found …

Feb 3, 2021 · Ajloun and Jerash are a fantastic day trip from Amman that is a must-see for a 12th century castle and Greco-Roman ruins! Check out our guide!

Towards the Syrian border in Jordan, north of Amman, you find some astonishing remains from Roman times and an important Muslim castle. The two Roman remains are of the Roman …

Sep 11, 2023 · Discover the captivating history of the Jerash Ruins in Africa & Middle East with our comprehensive guide. Uncover ancient ruins, stunning architecture, and immerse yourself …

Jerash, known for the ruins of the ancient Greco-Roman city of Gerasa, and Ajloun, known for the 12th century castle on a hill, are perfect for a day trip from Amman. If you’re into Greek or …

Sep 29, 2022 · You’ll visit the Greco-Roman ruins at Jerash (this site is really huge!), and enjoy the views from the 12th-century castle in Ajloun. These two cities are perfect starting points in …

Mar 2, 2025 · We start our way north towards the impressive, mostly roman, ruins of Jerash and then drive to Ajloun castle, an islamic citadel that was never captured by the crusaders.