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                                                                                                                                                                             Ajloun  

The marvels of nature and the genius of medieval Arab military architecture have given northern Jordan two of the most important ecological and historical attractions in the Middle East: the sprawling pine forests of the Ajlun-Dibbin area, and the towering Ayubid castle at Ajlun, which helped defeat the Crusaders eight centuries ago. Locals often take advantage of the green landscapes of Ajlun to take a break from city life and connect with nature.

This stunning nature reserve, which is situated in the Ajlun Highlands in northern Jordan, is made up of 13km2 of undulating hills dominated by open woodlands that are home to a wide variety of plant and animal species. The rich greenery makes Ajlun a popular spot for picnickers and hikers, especially in the spring, when the reserve is coated in a wide variety of wildflowers.