Al-Karak, in English sources often simply Karak, is a city in Jordan known for its medieval castle, the Kerak Castle. The castle is one of the thre…Al-Karak, in English sources often simply Karak, is a city in Jordan known for its medieval castle, the Kerak Castle. The castle is one of the three largest castles in the region, the other two being in Syria. Al-Karak is the capital city of the Karak Governorate.