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Jordan
/ Kerak / Attractions
Where one
of the two major Crusader castles in the Kingdom. The castle,
built to protect the approach to Jerusalem, stands on a craggy
plateau 4,300ft above sea level. It was built in the early part
of the 12th century and held for 50 years by the Crusaders until
they were defeated by Salah al Din (Saladin) in 1189.
This majestic
fortress, which has been partially restored, is a maze of small
rooms and passageways and offers some interesting exploration
for the visitor. The greater part of the town of Kerak lies within
the walls of the old Crusader town.
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