As the only Port city in Jordan, Aqaba is treasured by many as it is the country’s window to the Red Sea. The past few years have seen the city experience enhanced development especially the highly improved facilities and infrastructure.
King Hussein Airport Aqaba is always a busy facility with visitors from all over coming here to experience what the city has to offer. Many car hire companies have been established at the airport which are all determined to ensure that visitors have a great time during their visit with their transportation being assured.
Many things will keep you fully occupied in Aqaba among them including:
- Aqaba fort: this fort dates back to 14th century and it is one of the places that both locals and foreigners alike hold in great regard in Jordan. The structure that exists presently at the fort is highly revised and you will find it to be incredibly attractive.
- Ayala: this is Jordan’s old city and Islam is deeply rooted here. However, the locals are very friendly and you will certainly find it to be an awesome experience spending a day here and exploring what the area has to offer.
- Purpose built Christian church: This church has become very popular nowadays in Jordan and there is so much information available about the church.
- Aqaba Heritage Museum: This museum is unique in its own right and it is in fact one of the city’s main attractions. You will find lots of heritage items being displayed here together with real size models showcasing the traditional life in this very important city. You will also find incredible collections of some rare historic images dating back many centuries ago.
- Scuba diving: this is essentially a popular activity in Aqaba and there are certainly many diving centers that you can visit.
While Aqaba might not have lots of attractions as such, the few are there will make sure that you experience a holiday vacation that is next to no other in Jordan. When you arrive at King Hussein Airport Aqaba, make sure that you check at the car hire desk first as getting transportation here can at times be very difficult. With your rented car, you are assured of convenient transportation to wherever you want to go when exploring the city and its attractions.
