Watchtower in Rujm Al-Malfouf, Ancient stone watchtower at Rujm Al-Malfouf, Jordan
The Ayyubid watchtower rises next to the Temple of Hercules, featuring arrow openings on three walls and an internal staircase leading to the rooftop.
The structure dates to 1220 during the Ayyubid period and incorporates cylindrical column blocks from the Roman Temple of Hercules in its southern wall.
The tower represents military architectural developments of the Ayyubid dynasty, combining Roman materials with Islamic defensive construction methods of the period.
The watchtower measures 9.45 meters in length and 7.55 meters in width, with strategic openings positioned for defensive purposes and observation of central Amman.
The tower's southern façade includes repurposed Roman temple components, demonstrating the architectural adaptation and material reuse practices of medieval builders.
Location: Amman
GPS coordinates: 31.95778,35.90472
Latest update: December 2, 2025 10:25
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