Petra

The ancient city of Petra is one of Jordan’s national treasures and by far its best known tourist attraction. Located approximately three hours south of Amman, Petra is the legacy of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. Admired then for its refined culture, massive architecture […]

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Aqaba Nightlife

Night Dives Night dives have a vibe of their own, one you can only understand if you dare. Most night dives in Aqaba boast clear waters that are cool but not freezing. Aqaba offers you a unique and memorable chance to explore underwater treasures and catch spectacular fish by the night’s light. Some of the [...]
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Aqaba Sports & Nature

Golf like a Pro Ayla Golf Course boasts a brand new 18 holes for golfing pleasure. Surrounded by the spectacular scene of the majestic mountains of Aqaba bay, the Golf Course’s organic architecture, tastefully man-made waterfronts, and modern serene clubhouse serve as an ideal setting for a spot of golf. The Ayla golf experience is [...]
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Aqaba Religion & Faith

Some of the world's earliest known churches have been recently discovered in Jordan. These include a 4th century church at Umm Qays, a possible 2nd or 3rd century AD "prayer hall" at Bethany Beyond the Jordan, and the remains of a mud brick building at Aqaba that may be the worlds oldest known purpose-built church. [...]
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Aqaba Eco & Nature

ECO & NATURE Jordan's only outlet to the sea, Aqaba is backed by purple-tinted mountains that are rich in phosphates. Beyond are the rose-coloured deserts of Wadi Rum. Beneath the clean, crystal clear waters of the Red Sea, is a unique marine environment, where divers can discover Jordan’s amazing underwater wildlife. Brightly-coloured corals, sponges and [...]
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Aqaba Leisure & Wellness

Greatly prized as Jordan's window to the sea, Aqaba brings a refreshing release from the rose-colored desert to the north. Its sandy beaches and coral reefs are the most pristine on the Red Sea, and Jordanians hope to preserve them through careful planning. With several first-rate hotels, restaurants and shops, Aqaba caters to a tourist [...]
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Aqaba Conferences & Events

Aqaba and its environs provide plenty of scope for creative and lively incentives. Primarily, there is the Red Sea itself, which offers an underwater world of diving experiences. Dive boats and full equipment can he hired for one-day or overnight trips during which delegates have the opportunity to explore the spectacular coral reefs, discover the [...]
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Aqaba Fun & Adventure

Adventure seekers visiting Jordan will be in their element when they visit Aqaba. The southern part of Aqaba is situated on the coast of the Red Sea and offers a wide range of sports and activities of an aquatic nature including: scuba diving, windsurfing, waterskiing, jet skiing, snorkeling, and sailing. To the north of Aqaba, [...]
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Aqaba Culture and history

Aqaba's long history dates back to pre-biblical times, when it was known as Ayla. According to the Bible's Old Testament, King Solomon built a naval base at Ezion Geber, just 3km from where the modern town of Aqaba stands today. From 106 AD, the Romans, who ruled the region from their base in Syria, also [...]
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Amman Nightlife

There’s plenty to do in Amman after dark. Nightclubs throb to the beat of modern music, attracting the young fashionable crowds while the more traditional establishments offer Arabic music and dance. Many international restaurants also provide live entertainment. Amman has many cinemas which screen all the latest movie releases. There are also theatres and concert [...]
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