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'''Ajlun''' also written (Ajloun) ({{lang-ar|عجلون}}) is the capital town of the [[Ajlun Governorate]] (although it is not the largest city in the governorate). A hilly 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]]. The Ajlun Governorate has a population of over 130 thousand widespread in twenty seven villages and towns and area about 420 km<sup>2</sup>. The population of Ajlun Governorate is mainly composed of the following tribes: Almomani, Alsmadi, Qudah, Freihat, Zoghoul, and others. Haddad and Rabadi are the main [[Christian]] tribes in Ajloun. People of the area are very well-known for pursuing university degrees and higher education. Only one college with undergraduate degrees exists in Ajloun. The most notable towns and villages in Ajlun (other than Ajlun itself) are : [[Ain Janna|Ain-Janna]], Kufranji, Anjara, Sakhra, Ibbeen and [[Hashimiyya]]. |
'''Ajlun''' also written (Ajloun) ({{lang-ar|عجلون}}) is the capital town of the [[Ajlun Governorate]] (although it is not the largest city in the governorate). A hilly 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]]. The Ajlun Governorate has a population of over 130 thousand widespread in twenty seven villages and towns and area about 420 km<sup>2</sup>. The population of Ajlun Governorate is mainly composed of the following tribes:Al-Sharee(الشرع) Almomani, Alsmadi, Qudah, Freihat, Zoghoul, and others. Haddad and Rabadi are the main [[Christian]] tribes in Ajloun. People of the area are very well-known for pursuing university degrees and higher education. Only one college with undergraduate degrees exists in Ajloun. The most notable towns and villages in Ajlun (other than Ajlun itself) are : [[Al-Mrrajjam <ref>http://www.world66.com/asia/middleeast/jordan/almrrajam</ref>,Ain Janna|Ain-Janna]], Kufranji, Anjara, Sakhra, Ibbeen and [[Hashimiyya]]. |
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Revision as of 12:16, 5 November 2009
Ajlun , also written (Ajloun)
مدينة عجلون | |
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 The Great Ajloun Mosque is one of the oldest in Jordan and dates back more than 600 year. | |
| Country | Jordan |
| Province | Ajlun Governorate |
| Elevation | 6,070 ft (1,850 m) |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (GMT) |
| • Summer (DST) | +3 |
| Area code | +(962)2 |
Ajlun also written (Ajloun) (Arabic: عجلون) is the capital town of the Ajlun Governorate (although it is not the largest city in the governorate). A hilly 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. The Ajlun Governorate has a population of over 130 thousand widespread in twenty seven villages and towns and area about 420 km2. The population of Ajlun Governorate is mainly composed of the following tribes:Al-Sharee(الشرع) Almomani, Alsmadi, Qudah, Freihat, Zoghoul, and others. Haddad and Rabadi are the main Christian tribes in Ajloun. People of the area are very well-known for pursuing university degrees and higher education. Only one college with undergraduate degrees exists in Ajloun. The most notable towns and villages in Ajlun (other than Ajlun itself) are : [[Al-Mrrajjam [1],Ain Janna|Ain-Janna]], Kufranji, Anjara, Sakhra, Ibbeen and Hashimiyya.
Demographics
According to the Jordan national census of 2004, the population of the town of Ajlun was 7,289. Ajlun Governorate is about 119,000. Muslims make up the majority of Ajlun's population, there are Christian minority groups in the city as well. The governorate of Ajlun is highly agricultural, as the population distibution tells.
Point of Interest
Ajlun Castle is located on the site of an old monastery. It was built in 1184 by Izz al-Din Usama, a general in the army of Saladin. The castle controlled traffic along the road connecting Damascus and Egypt. The fortress marks the furthest limit of Frankish incursions during the Crusades. The Mamluks added a prominent tower to the castle. It was captured by the Mongols in 1260 and was partially destroyed in the process.
Located in the center of Ajlun is the Great Ajlun Mosque. This mosque is one of the oldest extent in Jordan and dates back around 800 years. In 2007 work began on improving the mosque to allow tourists to visit it.
Tell Mar Elias is located just outside the city limits. This site contains Byzantine mosaics which are uncovered during the summer months for tourists.
The Ajloun Forest Reserve is also located nearby.
Climate and Topography
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 1850 meters above sea level and covered with snow through out the winter, spring and autumn period. It's one of the countries most beautiful regions. Ajlun has a Mediterranean weather rainy and snowy in winter season and pleasant in the summer time. It receives a number of snow storms per year with snow accumulations that reach up to a 3 meters at times.
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Ajlun mountains -
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Breakfast at Ajlun -
Ajlun Castle at night -
Ajlun Castle inside -
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One of watchtowers -
Ajlun Castle Roof -
Forests surround Ajloun -
Downtown Ajloun -
View of Ajloun from Ajloun Castle
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