Aqaba
Jordan
taking a ferry boat to Aqaba port, where you are met and assisted by our representative to be transferred directly to Petra is situated about 3 hours south of Amman, 1 hour north of Aqaba.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Aqaba, Jordan's only coastal city and its window to the Red Sea. Here, the desert meets the water in a spectacular display of colors and history. …
Listen in the app2Aqaba Castle and the Mamluk Fort
We begin our exploration where history echoes off the ancient stones: Aqaba Castle, also known as the Mamluk Fort. This fortification, as it stands today, dates back to the sixteenth century, reconstructed by the Mamluk Sultan…
Listen in the app3The Aqaba Archaeological Museum
Located just a short walk from the remains of the castle is the Aqaba Archaeological Museum. This hidden gem acts as a 'time capsule' for the region, housing artifacts that tell the story of Aqaba's layered soul. …
Listen in the app4The Sharif Hussein bin Ali Mosque
Gleaming in pure white against the deep blue of the Red Sea and the sky is the Sharif Hussein bin Ali Mosque. This is the most iconic religious structure in Aqaba and one of the largest mosques in southern Jordan. …
Listen in the app5The Old Town Souks and Flavors of the Middle East
To truly experience the soul of Aqaba, one must take a walking tour through the Old Town souks. These vibrant markets are filled with the 'call of merchants echoing through alleys unchanged by time.' Here, your senses will be led…
Listen in the app6Ayla: The Ancient Islamic City
Next, we head to the ruins of Ayla, the remnants of one of the earliest Islamic cities. Established around 650 AD, during the early days of the Islamic expansion, Ayla was a 'fortified city' designed with twenty-four towers and…
Listen in the app7The Underwater World: Wrecks and Reefs
Aqaba is world-renowned for its 'northernmost coral reefs,' and you don't need to be a professional diver to experience them. A popular way to see this 'vibrant underwater world' is by boarding a glass-bottom boat near the marina. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As our journey through Aqaba concludes, we find ourselves at the Aqaba Bird Observatory. This 'serene retreat' is a vital stop for hundreds of thousands of migratory birds traveling between Africa, Europe, and Asia. …
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What is Aqaba?
Aqaba is a place in Jordan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Jordan |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 29.5418, 35.0157 |
| Last updated |
