Gulf of Aqaba - Wikipedia
The Gulf of Aqaba (Arabic: خَلِيج الْعَقَبَة, romanized: Khalīj al-ʿAqaba) or Gulf of Eilat (Hebrew: מפרץ אילת, romanized: Mifrátz Eilát) is a large gulf at the northern tip of the Red Sea, east of …
Aqaba - Wikipedia
The city lies at Jordan's southernmost point, on the Gulf of Aqaba lying at the tip of the Red Sea. Its strategic location is shown in the fact that it is located at the crossroads of the continents of …
The Red Sea in Jordan
The port city of Aqaba overlooks the Red Sea in Jordan and is known for the extensive watersports, snorkeling and scuba diving.
A Guide to Aqaba, On Jordan’s Red Sea - Much Better Adventures …
Nov 8, 2023 · Sun-kissed Aqaba is the only coastal city in Jordan, and an ideal destination for adventure seekers. It’s backed by sandstone mountains and faces out over the turquoise …
Gulf Of Aqaba - WorldAtlas
Feb 17, 2021 · Aqaba, Jordan, a port city on the Red Sea's Gulf of Aqaba, popular for snorkeling and diving. Editorial credit: Alex Cimbal / Shutterstock.com. The Gulf of Aqaba serves as one …
Gulf of Aqaba | Jordan, Israel, Egypt | Britannica
Gulf of Aqaba, northeastern arm of the Red Sea, penetrating between Saudi Arabia and the Sinai Peninsula. It varies in width from 12 to 17 miles (19 to 27 km) and is 110 miles (177 km) long. …
Red Sea - Wikipedia
The Red Sea is a sea inlet of the Indian Ocean, lying between Africa and Asia.Its connection to the ocean is in the south, through the Bab-el-Mandeb strait and the Gulf of Aden.To its north …
The Top Things to See and Do in Aqaba, Jordan - Culture Trip
Oct 5, 2024 · Aqaba, the only coastal city in Jordan, is a base for diving the coral reefs of the Red Sea or heading to the Star Wars-esque landscape of the rocky Wadi Rum. The city landmarks …
Home Page - Visit Aqaba
Aqaba on the Red Sea is a diver's delight, offering crystal-clear, warm waters that allow the sun to penetrate the sea to a depth of 150 meters, illuminating a paradise of hundreds of species of …
A Guide to the Best Spots - Snorkeling Report
With about 17 miles of coastline along the Red Sea in the Gulf of Aqaba, Jordan offers excellent uncrowded spots for snorkeling. In the 4 miles of coastline protected by the Marine Park, the …