Ajloun Castle

Last Saturday, I went on a bus and walking tour of the Swefieh neighborhood in Amman. It is a fun little area with a lot of interesting shops, but it is ALWAYS busy and full of traffic. I was introduced to a great bakery and lots of specialty shops that I didn't know existed. It was a tour and it was an Embassy CLO (Community Liaison Office) sponsored and guided trip.

After Jake woke up from his nap, we drove to Ajloun Castle. Ajloun is located north of Amman near Jerash. It is a pretty neat castle. The remarkable thing about Ajloun Castle is the view. It was gorgeous. There are not very many signs or displays that explain what things are, so it's hard to really get excited about the history that took place at many of the places we visit.

 This man was selling coffee at the entrance.

 

Jake collecting rocks to build his own castle and searching for dragons.

 Building a Castle with the rocks he found.

 Great view from the top of the Castle.

Here are a few pictures I found from Oman that didn't load the first time. 

This is Jake calling "Oh Toodles!" to get his Mouse-ka-tools from Mickey Mouse. He doesn't realize when you cup your hand to make your voice carry, it's supposed to be on the side of your mouth. He just puts his hand in front of his mouth and yells. 

 Dan, Chris and Jake at Bahla Castle in Nizwa.

 Bahla Castle.

 Pomegranate season must be here.  Lots of stands along the road selling them in Jordan.