Historic site · Jordan
Kerak Castle
Fortified residence in al-Karak, Jordan
About Kerak Castle
Kerak Castle is a large medieval castle located in al-Karak, Jordan. It is one of the largest castles in the Levant. Construction began in the 1140s, under Pagan and Fulk, King of Jerusalem. The Crusaders called it Crac des Moabites or "Karak in Moab", as it is referred to in history books.
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Where is Kerak Castle?
Kerak Castle is in Jordan. The nearest city is Karak, about 6 km away.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Kerak Castle?
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