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Azraq Castle is a fortress built largely from black basalt in the oasis town of Azraq, in eastern Jordan. The site has ancient origins and was rebuilt or modified during several periods, including the Roman and Islamic eras. Its heavy stone construction and location near water made it useful for controlling movement across the surrounding desert. During the Arab Revolt, T.
E. Lawrence and Arab forces used the castle as a base, a role later associated with Lawrence's accounts of the campaign.
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How good is Azraq Castle?
Azraq Castle scores 5.75/10 (Mediocre) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Citadel category.
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