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Ajlun Castle. |
Built by Saladin's nephew, Izz al-Din Usama, to protect the area against Crusader attacks from Kerak. |
Constructed in 1184-1185 A.D., much of it was destroyed by the Mongols when it was sacked in 1260. |
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The outer walls. |
A small museum inside the castle. |
Heading up to the upper levels. |
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View of the modern city Ajloun. |
A room on one of the upper levels. |
Another shot of the countryside. |
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The top of the castle. |
The farmland below. |
Castle ruins. |
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More stairways. |
Vaulted ceiling. |
Close-up shot of ceiling construction. |
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Castle hallway. |
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The main entrance. |