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title: "As-Salt Castle"
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date_published: "2024-03-18T10:36:57+00:00"
date_modified: "2025-11-07T08:47:30+00:00"
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# As-Salt Castle

## Overview

Explore the captivating history and architecture of the ancient Ayyubid castle in as-Salt, Jordan. Built in 1220 AD by King Issa bin Ayoub, the castle stands as a testament to medieval defensive structures. Strategically perched atop Ras Al-Amir hill, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding area. Made from local stone, the rectangular castle features defensive walls, towers, courtyards, and a mosque. Visitors can wander through its ruins, marveling at its historical significance and imagining life in ancient times. Climb to the hilltop for breathtaking vistas of the landscape, making it a prime spot for photography and sightseeing. Don’t miss the chance to delve into Jordan’s rich heritage with a visit to this iconic landmark.

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## Listing information

- **Listing type:** Service
- **Category:** Museums
- **Feature:** Parkeing, Tourist-Friendly
- **Region:** Al Salt
- **Address:** As-Salt, Jordan
- **Coordinates:** 32.0412592, 35.7252588
- **Rating:** 3.7/5 (22 reviews)

## Opening hours

- **Monday:** 08:00 AM–17:00 PM
- **Tuesday:** 08:00 AM–17:00 PM
- **Wednesday:** 08:00 AM–17:00 PM
- **Thursday:** 08:00 AM–17:00 PM
- **Friday:** 08:00 AM–17:00 PM
- **Saturday:** 08:00 AM–17:00 PM
- **Sunday:** 08:00 AM–17:00 PM

## Booking

- **Booking available:** No
- **Booking type:** Single Day

## Owner

- **Name:** wowjordan
- **Profile:** https://wowjordan.com/en/author/wowjordan/

## Google reviews

- **Google rating:** 3.7/5 (22 reviews)

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## Nearby listings

- [As Salt Archaeological Museum](https://wowjordan.com/en/listing/as-salt-archaeological-museum/) — 0.5 km
- [Wasfi and Saadia Al Tal Museum](https://wowjordan.com/en/listing/wasfi-and-saadia-al-tal-museum/) — 7.7 km

## Images

![Listing logo](https://wowjordan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/As-Salt-Castle-Sign.jpg)

![As-Salt Castle](https://wowjordan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/As-Salt-Castle-Cave.jpg)

![As-Salt Castle Stones](https://wowjordan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/As-Salt-Castle-Stones.jpg)

![As-Salt Castle](https://wowjordan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/As-Salt-Castle.jpg)

![As-Salt Castle 01](https://wowjordan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/As-Salt-Castle-01.jpg)

![As-Salt Castle 02](https://wowjordan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/As-Salt-Castle-02.jpg)

![As-Salt Castle 03](https://wowjordan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/As-Salt-Castle-03.jpg)