Kharana Castle (Qasr al-Kharanah)
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Kharana Castle (Qasr al-Kharanah)
Kharana Castle (Qasr al-Kharanah)

Kharana Castle (Qasr al-Kharanah) Tours and Tickets

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Dating back to the early 8th century, this imposing desert ruin in eastern Jordan offers a remarkable glimpse of early Islamic architecture under the Umayyad Caliphate, the first Muslim dynasty. Easily reachable as a day trip from Amman, it remains a popular (and famously photogenic) stop for tourists and photographers in combination with nearby Qasr Amra and Qasr al Alzraq.

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Private Desert Castles Eastern Jordan and Azraq Wetland Tour

Private Desert Castles Eastern Jordan and Azraq Wetland Tour

Experience our Private Desert Castles Eastern Jordan Tour with Azraq Wetland Visit! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Jordan as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Desert Castles Eastern Jordan. Experience a 4-hour private tour from Amman and explore three of Jordan's famous desert castles. Your knowledgeable private driver will provide information about these historic castles, which were constructed by Umayyad rulers in the 7th and 8th centuries. Visit each castle located in the desert plains of eastern Jordan, including the UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra with its renowned frescoes depicting hedonistic scenes. Continue your journey to the atmospheric Qasr Kharana and Qasr al-Azraq castles, the latter of which served as a military base for TE Lawrence, also known as 'Lawrence of Arabia,' during World War I.
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Private Full Day Tour of Umm el – Jimal and the Desert Castles from Amman

Private Full Day Tour of Umm el – Jimal and the Desert Castles from Amman

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Indulge in this interesting art and history private day trip from Amman dedicated to Jordan’s early medieval ages. Visit the not much visited ruins of Umm el-Jimal to see its impressive city remains and one-of-a-kind ruins, admire the Desert Castles discovering the three of Jordan’s famous Desert Castles. With an informative English – Speaking private driver who doubles up as your guide, learn about these fabled castles, built by the Umayyad rulers during the 7th and 8th centuries as you visit each one in the desert plains of eastern Jordan. Explore UNESCO-listed Amra Castle (Quseir’ Amra), famous for its 8th century fresco of hedonistic scenes before continuing to the Kharranah Castle (Qasr Al - Kharanah) and the atmospheric Al - Azraq Castle (Qasr Al - Azraq), the latter used as military based by T.E. Lawrence, known as Lawrence of Arabia during World War I.
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  • 8 hours
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