Aqaba Fort

Castle · Al Aqaba

Aqaba Fort

Castle · Al Aqaba

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G2C2+MRM, Aqaba, Jordan

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Mamluk and Ottoman fort with museum, art, and panoramic views  

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"Aqaba Fort has stood witness to many of Jordan’s great historical events. It was first built by the Crusaders in the 12th century and marked the limits of their incursions in the region until it was destroyed by Saladin in 1187. The Mamelukes rebuilt the castle according to their own design in the early 16th century when Egypt was the dominant regional power, then the Ottomans took it over. In 1916, Arab forces captured the fort in a major victory over the Ottomans, turning the surrounding area into a major port. The flag of the Arab Revolt still flies there today, atop an enormous flagpole that measures a whopping 443 feet. Visitors can head inside the fort to explore a small museum, but the impressive building is really the main attraction."

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Laeti S.

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Leave your Jordan pass at home! It's free! The Fort looks like there was recent reconstruction happening. Would be quite interesting, unfortunately there is minimal signage here. Wouldn't drive here for this, but when you are in town it's still worth checking it out. Plan a good 10 minutes.

Fahd Batayneh فهد بطاينة

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This is one of few historical landmarks in Aqaba, and is worth the visit. The place is very well-maintained, and involves rooms, stables, and a mosque. The place involves climbing stairs and walking through dark paths. The fort entrance has some lovely and visible Arabic writings. Entering the place is free, and expect to spend around 15-30 minutes exploring. Adjacent to the fort is the Sherif Hussein bin Ali Museum (AKA Aqaba Museum). The Aqaba Flag Pole is within walking distance, and so are plenty of restaurants and cafes.

ahmed ayad

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It is a beautiful historical place to visit; it is a Mamluk and Ottoman fortified caravanserai on the pilgrimage route to Mecca and Medina, which, in its current form, dates back mainly to the 16th century. It was used significantly as a military stronghold in the century preceding the First World War. Clean and small, the remaining part is small but reflects how it was somehow. I don't like only the lack of a tour guide, and they are used partially as an art gallery for long-term artists, which shows less respect for such a great historical place.

Nowfal Ahamed

Google
Well maintained fort, not much left but there was an art exhibition and overall enjoyed the place. Couple of stairs going up and take that for a panaromic view of the fort and surroundings.

Vilda O.

Google
Nice quiet place for an evening walk, free entry, small place with view of the courtyard and additional marine life oriented exposition (temporary).

Maxim Mullens

Google
Very little information to be found within the fort, so you are just looking at empty rooms and walls

Mark Fox

Google
Well restored and maintained old fort, good information boards and great views from the battlements. It had an art exhibition the day I went.

Björn Planetorz

Google
Ancient cultural heritage of Jordan. Most Informationen recived over the Internet