the description is full of compliments, appreciation and respect. In 1838 Al Husn's inhabitants were predominantly Sunni Muslims and Greek Christians. In 1961 the population of Husn was 3,728 inhabitants, of whom 2,030 were Christians. Sights Al Husn is notable for its Roman-era artificial hill, situated in the northern part of the town, referred to by locals as "Al-Taal". The Taal used to be the property of the Nusairat family; it was later taken over by the Jordanian government. Local legend says there are "castle ruins" or a Byzantine church within the tell which gave the town its name; "Husn" means "castle" in Arabic. The hill is approximately 200 meters high and 800 meters in diameter. See also Husn Camp References Bibliography External Links Photos of Al-Husn at the American Center of Research Populated places in Irbid Governorate