The gorgeous city of Aqaba is situated not far from Egypt and Israel. This is the only port city in Jordan. However, tourists know this city as a popular resort destination. The city’s name, Aqaba, is very old. It dates back to the time when pilgrims had to pass a mountain region in order to get to Mecca. The shortest and easiest road to reach the city of destination had the name al-ʿaqabat Aylah or "the mountain-pass of Ayla". Moreover, this settlement is located on the coast of the Red Sea in Aqaba Bay.
Fortunately, Aqaba’s historic district is in a good condition. The majority of important landmarks are located in this part of the city. This is where tourists can visit Aqaba Castle … Open
Aqaba is one of the leaders in Jordan when it comes to entertainment. Many tourists visit this city to enjoy premium beach recreation and diving. The Red Sea is famous for its fantastic … Open
Aqaba Bay is an incredibly attractive place. Storms are very rare here, so there are no big waves even when the weather is windy. There is explanation to this peculiarity – the bay is long and narrow. The wind blows almost always in the same direction here, so even trees all bend in the same direction. When looking at them, it feels like an unknown force bends giant trees down to earth.
Do not miss an opportunity to explore picturesque oriental bazaars in Aqaba and then visit private shops and ateliers that are open in this city. Attractive clothes in the national style are … Open
Are you interested in the underwater world of the Red Sea? In this case, you should definitely visit the protected area located close to one of the local hotels – CoralBay 3*. This is a charming place where visitors can see beautiful fish, sea urchins, and gorgeous corals. Some underwater creatures, such as crabs, come to the beach from time to time. It is very interesting to watch them.
Fortunately, Aqaba’s historic district is in a good condition. The majority of important landmarks are located in this part of the city. This is where tourists can visit Aqaba Castle … Open
Another center, Sea Star Dive Center, will teach you not only to swim underwater but can also take you to try scuba diving at night. You may wonder, is there anything particular about swimming at night because it is dark? Actually, the visibility is fine as local coastal waters are so transparent that moonshine is enough to see the underwater world in detail. There are special programs for beginners that will let them learn more about the sea creatures and flora of the Red Sea.
Aqaba is one of the leaders in Jordan when it comes to entertainment. Many tourists visit this city to enjoy premium beach recreation and diving. The Red Sea is famous for its fantastic … Open
It is possible to enter the marvelous beach world of Aqaba in a comfortable bus that departs from Amman. A four-hour-long journey will show you the beautiful local nature and gorgeous views. There are also buses from Irbid and Nuweiba, but the ride will last more than five hours in this case. Taxis and minibuses are the most comfortable way to move around in Aqaba. Of course, tourists can rent a car and make an independent journey from Amman to Aqaba. Keep in mind that there is only one highway that connects these cities, and the recommended speed shouldn’t exceed 110 km/h.