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The marvels of nature and the genius of medieval Arab military architecture have given northern Jordan two of the most important ecological and historical attractions in the Middle East: the sprawling pine forests of the Ajlun-Dibbine area, and the towering Ayyubid castle at Ajlun, which helped to defeat the Crusaders eight centuries ago. Ajlun Castle (Qal’at Ar-Rabad) was built by one of Saladin’s generals in 1184 AD to control the iron mines of Ajlun,

and to deter the Franks from invading Ajlun. Ajlun Castle dominated the three main routes leading to the Jordan Valley and protected the trade and commercial routes between Jordan and Syria; it became an important link in the defensive chain against the Crusaders, who, unsuccessfully spent decades trying to capture the castle and the nearby village.

The original castle had four towers, arrow slits incorporated into the thick walls, and was surrounded by a moat averaging 16m in width and up to 15m deep.

In 1215 AD, the Mameluk officer Aibak ibn Abdullah expanded the castle following Usama’s death, by adding a new tower in the southeast corner and a bridge that can still be seen decorated with pigeon reliefs.

The castle was conceded in the 13th century to Salah ed-Din Yousef Ibn Ayoub, ruler of Aleppo and Damascus, who restored the northeastern tower. These expansion efforts were interrupted in 1260 AD, when Mongol invaders destroyed the castle, but almost immediately, the Mameluk Sultan Baybars re-conquered and rebuilt the fortress.

If you have binoculars, bring them with you to Jordan. You will be able to appreciate not only the varied wildlife in the nature reserves but also the fantastic views from places such as Ajlun.

Then Salah ed-Din soldiers are guarding the castle every day of the week. They are placed at the four different gate levels that the castle has. Two are on the roof where the yellow Mameluk is flying. Siege ladders leaning on the wall add to the war-like atmosphere.

Ajlun is just a short journey from Jerash through pine forest and olive groves and boasts scores of ancient sites, including watermills, forts and villages, all in the beautiful hills and valleys of northern Jordan.

All Tour Packages

The beauty of this country goes far beyond the sweeping desert views that inspired the iconic film sets of Indiana Jones and Lawrence of Arabia. It’s rooted in the long tradition of Jordanian hospitality, inviting visitors to explore a slice of the Middle East with open arms.

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Jordan Wonder 5 Days – 4 Nights Amman – Dead Sea - Desert Castles  –  Petra –  Umm Qays – Jerash – Ajloun  
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Jordan Kings Way 7 Days – 6 Nights Amman –  Jerash –  Madaba – Mount Nebo –  Shobak Castle – Petra –Wadi Rum – Dead Sea
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Jordan Discovery 8 Days – 7 Nights Amman – Deaert Castles – Umm Qays – Jerash – Ajloun – Madaba – Mount Nebo – Shobak Castle  – Petra – Wadi...
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Jordan Grand 09 Days – 8 Nights Amman – Desert Castles – Umm Qays – Jerash – Ajloun – Madaba – Mount Nebo –  Shobak Castle –...
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Red Sea Starter 7 Days – 6 Nights Aqaba - Wadi Rum -  Dead Sea -  Mount Nebo - Madaba   - Amman   -...
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Culture Tour Packages

There is no mistaking the fact that Jordan is a Kingdom steeped in history and culture.

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Jordan Kings Way 7 Days – 6 Nights Amman –  Jerash –  Madaba – Mount Nebo –  Shobak Castle – Petra –Wadi Rum – Dead Sea
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Jordan Discovery 8 Days – 7 Nights Amman – Deaert Castles – Umm Qays – Jerash – Ajloun – Madaba – Mount Nebo – Shobak Castle  – Petra – Wadi...
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Jordan Grand 09 Days – 8 Nights Amman – Desert Castles – Umm Qays – Jerash – Ajloun – Madaba – Mount Nebo –  Shobak Castle –...
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Red Sea Starter 7 Days – 6 Nights Aqaba - Wadi Rum -  Dead Sea -  Mount Nebo - Madaba   - Amman   -...
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Mini Stay Tour Packages

Planing a short stay in Jordan? don’t miss to explore some of the Kingdom’s Jewels.

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Jordan Wonder 5 Days – 4 Nights Amman – Dead Sea - Desert Castles  –  Petra –  Umm Qays – Jerash – Ajloun  
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