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While Al Karak Castle seen today essentially
 dates back
to the 12th century, Karak has been a fortress since
biblical times. The Bible relates how the King of Israel
and his allies from Judah and Edom ravaged Moab and
besieged its king Mesha in the fortress of Kir Heres, as
Karak was then known.
Ridley Scot's recent Hollywood blockbuster 'The Kingdom
of Heaven' starring Orlando Bloom has numerous scenes
based in and around the crusader castle at Karak,
although the castle itself was not used during filming. |
