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Karak—also referred to as Al-Karak—is without question one of the most interesting historic cities in Jordan. The city is dominated by a gigantic Crusader fortress sitting on top of the mountains and looking down to the valleys. Karak has a tradition of medieval wars, ancient trade routes, and today's local Jordanian culture. The city no longer claims its past through a crumbling fortress but rather offers epic explorations of the castle, amazing views of the mountains and valleys, and the delightful experience of a city that is still full of the old-time charm. No matter if you are Traveling along the King's Highway or digging deeper into the history of Jordan, you will not want to miss Karak.
Visit the Mighty Karak Castle
Karak Castle is the Crusader stronghold of the Middle East that retains the most of its original structure and is also the largest one. Dating back to the 12th century, the castle unites the stronghold's art with the Islamic constructions made later by the Mamluks. Some of the highlights are: Tunnels and chambers going deep underground Huge stone halls connected with the hillside Defensive towers and spying places Amazing views over Wadi Karak The castle is an inseparable part of history and photography, and it is the most recommended place for the first comers to the country.
Explore the Karak Archaeological Museum
This little museum, full of knowledge and artifacts from the times of the Iron Age, Nabatean and Roman periods, as well as Byzantine and Islamic eras, is located right inside the castle. The ancient remains displayed in the museum do help you to see how many diverse cultures have influenced Karak over the ages.
Witness the Stunning Views of Wadi Karak
The city’s location at a high altitude shows an impressive view of the following: The broken canyons The farms built on different levels The rolling hills of central Jordan The early morning and dusk scenes are really breathtaking, hence Karak is a wonderful stop for the lovers of landscapes.
Visit the Old Town of Karak
Close to the fortress lies the historic center of Karak - alive with narrow streets, traditional shops, and bustling souks. There you will find: Genuine spice shops Vegetables, fruits, and sweets from the area Bakeries making traditional goods Unique handmade souvenirs It is a great spot for seeing the daily life of a city with very old roots.
Savor Karak’s Traditional Cuisine
Eating well is very important to the visitors’ perception of Karak. Here are the famous dishes: Mansaf – the national dish of Jordan Taboon bread – it's really soft and tasty because it's baked in an oven Knafeh – a sweet, cheesy dessert Grilled meats of the Bedouins’ style cooked over an open fire So, you have several options to choose from, and besides great food, some restaurants have the view of a lifetime as well as the authentic flavors of Jordan.
Take a trip along the Historic King’s Highway
Karak is located along the famous King’s Highway, which is considered as one of the oldest and the most beautiful roads in Jordan. Attractions close to this road are: Wadi Mujib viewpoints Shobak Castle Dana Biosphere Reserve Umm ar-Rasas (UNESCO site) Karak can be easily incorporated into your itinerary as a stopover for a day trip or a longer tour in Jordan.
