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Excursion to Jordan’s Desert Castles
Desert Castles

Visit the fascinating Desert Castles near Amman, Jordan


Attractions and things to do - Excursion to Jordan’s Desert Castles

Go back in time to the era of military campaigns and desert warfare as you explore Jordan’s imposing Desert Castles, many dating back to the first half of the 8th century. Their fine mosaics, frescoes, stone and stucco carvings and illustrations, inspired by the best in Persian and Graeco-Roman traditions, tell countless stories of the life as it was during the eighth century. Called castles because of their imposing stature, the desert complexes actually served various purposes as caravan stations, agriculture and trade centres, resort pavilions and outposts that helped distant rulers forge ties with local Bedouins.

On this tour, you will see the Qasr (Castle) Amra, an excellently preserved castle and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The black basalt fort at Azraq was made famous by the Lawrence of Arabia who used it as his headquarters during the Arab Revolt. Kharaneh is one of the best-preserved Umayyad monuments in the Jordanian desert.

Learn more about the historical and cultural heritage of Jordan on this unforgettable tour of the Desert Castles of Amman.

£46.16

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