Betthorus

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Betthorus

Betthourus or Lejjun Legion Fortress, was a Roman Legionary camp, or castrum, on Limes Arabicus. It is Located in El-Lejjun, Karak Governorate, Jordan.

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Country: Jordan

District: Karak Governorate

Category: Castles and Fortresses

Site History: 2nd Century AD

Oldest Culture: Roman

Later Cultures: Roman

Site Features: Roman Monuments

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Elevation: 697 m

UNESCO

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