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Attractions and active leisure
More than 350 species of migratory birds visit this area throughout the year. For them, the reserve became an important stop on their way between European, Asian, and African regions. There are several interesting pedestrian routes in the reserve. You will have an opportunity to take a walk to the picturesque lakes. The reserve is home to rare species of flamingoes and predatory birds. Autumn and spring are the … Open 
Shopping, streets and outlets
Local bazaars are the best places to shop for edible souvenirs. You will see dozens of different spices, dried fruits and nuts, baklava, and other Middle Eastern desserts. Local people love tea and coffee, and so there is always a big stock of different types of these drinks at local bazaars. It is important to mention that Aqaba is a tax-free zone. Many wares, which are imported to the city from other countries, … Open
Cultural excursion through Aqaba - things to see
Tourists can visit an interesting archaeological site right in the city. These are the ruins of the ancient Ayla City. Archaeologists discovered fragments of ancient houses, a city wall, and even a mosque here. As scientists think, there was a large merchant city here during the reign of King Solomon. Today, absolutely everyone is welcome to see the ruins of the formerly majestic buildings. Sharif Hussein Bin … Open
Aqaba sightseeing
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 … Open
