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Things to see in Al-Karak (Jordan): 13 places and when to go
Al-Karak is a town in Jordan with around 80,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 13 places in and around it, mainly History (7), Hiking (5), Architecture (1). The best known are Kerak Castle, Bab edh-Dhra and Betthorus. The best time to come is March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. In June there are 14 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 59. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Jordan · 31.1851, 35.7047
- Population
- About 80,000
- Places
- 13 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (7) · Hiking (5) · Architecture (1) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- March to May and October to November.
- Also possible
- December to February, June and September.
- Nearest airport
- AMM Amman, 66 km as the crow flies
What to see in Al-Karak
The places in and around Al-Karak, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Kerak CastleHistorical castle in Jordan589 m
- Bab edh-DhraHistory18 km
- BetthorusHistory17 km
- Qasr Abu RukbaRoman fortress in Jordan19 km
- Khirbet el-FityanArchaeological site16 km
- Qasr Abu el-KharaqArchaeological site in Jordan29 km
- Rujm Beni YasserArchaeological site in Jordan18 km
- Jordan TrailHiking13 km
- JT 404Hiking8.2 km
- JT 404.1 Mumeya side trailHiking4.2 km
- JT 501Hiking10 km
- JT403Hiking23 km
- Museum at the Lowest Place on EarthMuseum24 km
When to go to Al-Karak
The best time to visit Al-Karak is March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible10:11
- FebPossible10:54
- MarBest time11:46
- AprBest time12:46
- MayBest time13:35
- JunPossible14:01
- JulBetter not13:50
- AugBetter not13:08
- SepPossible12:11
- OctBest time11:13
- NovBest time10:23
- DecPossible9:59
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 59. In April, 13 of the 13 places are at their best.
When to go to Jordan in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Al-Karak
The nearest main airport is Queen Alia International Airport (AMM, Amman), 66 km as the crow flies. How to get around Jordan (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Tafilah14 places40 km
- Madaba6 places59 km
- Amman33 places88 km
- As-Salt22 places95 km
- Irbid21 places153 km
- Aqaba14 places194 km
And all of Jordan, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Al-Karak?
The best known: Kerak Castle, Bab edh-Dhra, Betthorus, Qasr Abu Rukba, Khirbet el-Fityan. In all, 13 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Al-Karak?
March to May and October to November; also possible: December to February, June and September. In June there are 14 h 01 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 59.
How do you get to Al-Karak?
The nearest main airport is Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), 66 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Al-Karak as the destination and these 13 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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