My Photos: Jordan -- Karak Crusader Castle

The city of Karak was the ancient capital of Moab, and during Roman times was known as Characmoba. The castle was built by Crusaders in 1142AD.  In 1189AD Salah al-Din conquered it. Bleak landscape here in southern Jordan Quite a view from up here Older stones used as building material You can see the sections of older columns used in the walls: Looking down... All photos are copyright protected property of  Brenda Pokorny unless otherwise noted. If you would like permission for use, please contact me.