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Ajlun
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Ajlun (Arabic: عجلون) is a hill town in the north of Jordan, located 76 kilometers (around 47 miles) north west of Amman. It is noted for its impressive ruins the 12th century castle which known nowadays as Ajlun Castle. It is the capital city of Ajlun Governorate, which has a population of over 130 thousand widespread in twenty seven villages and towns and area about 420 km2. Population of Ajlun Governorate is mainly composed of the following tribes: Alqudah, Almomani, Freihat, Zoghoul and Rabadi. People of the area are very well-known for pursuing university degrees and higher education. The most notable towns and villages in Ajlun (other than Ajlun itself)are: Ain-Janna, Kufranji, Anjara, Sakhra and Ibbeen.
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The Ajlun Castle, is located on the site of an old monastery. It was built by Izz al-Din Usama, a general of Saladin army, in 1184. It permitted to control the road of Damascus and Egypt. The fortress marks the limit which the Franks could never exceed in the east. The Mamelukes increased it then, adding its square tower in particular to it. It was taken by the Mongols into 1260 and partially destroyed.
The Ajlun mountains are famous for their lush vegetation and thick green forests and a good place for hikes. Its highest mountain peaks reach around 1250 meters above sea level. It's one of the countries most beautiful regions. It receives a number of snow storms per year with snow accumulations that reach up to a meter at times.
 Ajlun mountains |
 Breakfast at Ajlun |
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 Ajlun Castle at night |
 Ajlun Castle inside |
 Ajlun Castle inside |
 One of watchtowers |
 Ajlun Castle Roof |
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