Facts about Aqaba that will make it the perfect travel destination for your next vacation!

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Weather of Arabia - Aqaba in Jordan is considered one of the wonderful tourist destinations, as it combines the beauty of the Red Sea and the diversity of marine and land recreational activities. In addition, Aqaba is famous for its proximity to famous tourist areas such as Wadi Rum and Petra. If you are looking for an ideal tourist destination for your vacation, Aqaba is the perfect choice

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Aqaba in Jordan is considered one of the wonderful tourist destinations that combines the beauty of the Red Sea and the diversity of marine and land recreational activities. It is also famous for its proximity to famous tourist areas such as Wadi Rum and Petra. If you are looking for an ideal tourist destination to spend your next vacation with your family or friends, Aqaba is the perfect choice for that. Aqaba captivates you with its charming beaches and clear waters. It also gives you the opportunity to enjoy a variety of marine activities and explore ancient Jordanian culture and history.

Facts about Aqaba that will make it the perfect travel destination for your next vacation!

  • Its location on the Red Sea

Aqaba is located in the south of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, and is bordered to the east by the ancient city of Ma'an. It is considered one of the most attractive tourist destinations for Arab and foreign tourists in the world. It is distinguished by its strategic location on the Red Sea coast, making it an ideal destination for sea and beach lovers. The city has charming beaches and beautiful clear, coral waters, providing an opportunity to enjoy many activities such as swimming, diving, sailboat riding, and windsurfing, in addition to enjoying stunning sunset views over the waters of the Red Sea.

  • Its proximity to Wadi Rum and Petra

Aqaba is an ideal base for exploring other popular tourist areas in Jordan, such as Wadi Rum and Petra. Wadi Rum is a short drive from Aqaba, not exceeding half an hour. Wadi Rum is famous for its picturesque desert terrain, wonderful red rocks, and the distinctive activities that tourists can do, such as riding desert bikes, spending the night in bubble cabins, and enjoying nights of sleep around the fire, in addition to eating distinctive Jordanian cuisine such as zarb.

As for Petra, it is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It received this title because of the bright pink color of its stone engraved in the rock, which tells a lot about the ancient history of the Nabataeans who inhabited this city and dug their homes and shops in it. The safe cannot be forgotten; The most important landmark in this great city, and the passage that precedes it, called the “Siq”. The city of Petra is a short distance from Aqaba, as is the case with Wadi Rum, and one can enjoy four-wheel drive trips and camel rides to cross the Siq.

  • Diversity of recreational activities

Aqaba includes a variety of recreational activities that meet the needs of different tourists. Visitors can enjoy diving and exploring the magnificent coral reefs of the Red Sea, where many different fish and corals live.

Tourists can also surf and sailboats in the sea, and try diving and deep snorkeling. In addition, there are many places equipped for water skiing and jet skiing, which gives the tourists’ experience in Aqaba an atmosphere full of adventure and excitement.

  • Tourist resorts: such as Ayla Aqaba

Aqaba is home to many luxurious and comfortable tourist resorts, including Ayla Oasis Resort Aqaba.

Ayla Oasis Resort offers an exceptional experience for guests, as it provides a wide range of amenities and luxury services. Guests can enjoy the beaches equipped with all recreational activities, Ayla's private golf club, fine restaurants, and distinctive accommodations that vary between hotels, beach apartments, golf apartments, and island apartments.

In addition, Marsa Village includes many shops and facilities, providing tourists with everything they need during their stay in Ayla Aqaba. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the Red Sea while relaxing on the balconies and terraces accompanying the apartments and hotels in Ayla, and enjoy tranquility and relaxation in a unique atmosphere.

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This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.
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