Ajloun Castle
Impressive Muslim fortress, built by the Ayyubids on Saladin's order in 1183 AD, later expanded by the Mamluks in the 13th century.
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The L-shaped Tower of Aybak was added at a later stage (1214-15 AD) at the castle's southeast corner for extra fortification. Under the rock-cut area below it is the main water cistern. It was water-proofed with a layer of lime plaster and had a capacity of 16.590 cubic meters. Water could be drawn from an opening in the center of the roof of the cistern or from a window in the angled entrance of the castle.
© Photo: Haupt & Binder
Impressive Muslim fortress, built by the Ayyubids on Saladin's order in 1183 AD, later expanded by the Mamluks in the 13th century.