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Visit the Eastern Desert Castles of Jordan. A day tour dedicated to the historical architecture and design of previous royal eras by visiting the major five ruins in the area.
1 Day tour
Amman
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History Exploration |
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Sightseeing |
Transportation throughout the Trip
English Speaking Driver
Local Lunch
Customer Support by your Local Travel Advisor
Comfortable Hiking Clothes and Shoes
Your Jordan Pass
Sunscreen
A small bag for Your Water and Previously Purchased Snacks
Your Smile
A clear mind for a fascinating experience
Leaving Amman at 8:30 Am towards the eastern desert of Jordan.
Qasr Al-Hallabat was originally a Roman fortress constructed under Emperor Caracalla to protect its inhabitants from Bedouin tribes, this site dates to the second and third century AD, although there is trace evidence of Nabatean presence at the site. It was one fort of many on the Roman highway, Via Nova Traiana, a route that connected Damascus to Aqaba by way of Petra and Amman.
Constructed out of black basalt stone, Qasr Al Azraq was originally three storeys high. Some paving stones in the main entrance have small indentations, carved by former gatekeepers who played a board game using pebbles to pass the time. By the courtyard entrance, look for the carvings of animals and various inscriptions.
A UNESCO World Heritage
Built-in the early 8th century, this exceptionally well-preserved desert castle was both a fortress with a garrison and a residence of the Umayyad caliphs. The most outstanding features of this small pleasure palace are the reception hall and the hammam, both richly decorated with figurative murals that reflect the secular art of the time.
One of the best-known of the desert castles located in present-day eastern Jordan, about 60 kilometres (37 mi) east of Amman and relatively close to the border with Saudi Arabia. It is one of the earliest examples of Islamic architecture in the region.
Its purpose remains unclear today. “Castle” is a misnomer as the building’s internal arrangement does not suggest a military use, and slits in its wall could not have been designed for arrow-slits. It could have been a caravanserai, or resting place for traders, but lacks the water source such buildings usually had close by and is not on any major trade routes.
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