Kerak Castle is a well-known example of Crusader architecture, a mix of European, Byzantine and Arabic styles. For a long time it was a ruin, while the modern city formed around it. In 2008, however, it was largely restored. The castle contains an archaeological museum that exhibits finds from the wider area, ranging from the Stone Age to the Middle Ages. The history of the castle and town of Kerak is also presented.

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Hubert Trapp

November 27, 2023

The Crusader castle ‘Kerak Castle‘, formerly called ‘Crac des Moabites‘, was built in 1142 AD by Pagan the Butler, Lord of Oultrejordain and Fulk the Younger, King of Jerusalem. The castle, one of the largest Crusader castles in the Levant, controlled the trade routes from Damascus to Egypt and Mecca east of the Dead Sea.
Kerak Castle was besieged several times before falling into the hands of Saladin in 1187 AD. From 1264 onwards it was fundamentally renovated and expanded with stronger fortifications.
archiqoo.com/locations/kerak_castle.php
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kerak_Castle
The Lordship of Oultrejordain (Old French for "beyond the Jordan") was the name given to a vast area east of the Jordan during the Crusades.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oultrejordain

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Bear S.

April 9, 2023

Unfortunately, there are not many information boards on the site, so inform yourself beforehand or take a guide on site.

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