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ANCIENT JORDAN

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We discover new archaeological sites, document and add them to Google Maps. With over 10,000 contributed photos and dozens of added places, we take pride in knowing that we make a difference and hopefully help travellers, researchers and enthusiasts with the information they need.

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Deir El-Kattar El-Byzanti

Ruins of a Byzantine Monastery / Church seating on top of a hill. Where once were waters of the Dead Sea, now it is a deserted landscape.
Abu Jaber Caves

Privately owned Roman/Byzantine Cave with many archaeological artefacts on display. There are also a lot of personal things from several generations.
Al-Habis

A small Crusader Castle situated onside Petra is often overlooked by the tourists but is very unique in its nature and well-worth visiting.
Qasr 'Ayn es-Sil

Another example of Umayyad Desert Castles is situated in close proximity to the famous Azraq Castle.
Qasr Deir Al Kinn

A nice Roman Fortress with one of the walls is still standing tall. There are a few visible crosses on the interior and some writings. Not far from JAWA.
Busayra (Bozrah)

Famous Iron Age administrative and political capital of the Kingdom of Edom (800 - 500 BC).

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Desert Castles

GUIDE TO UMAYYAD PALACES IN THE EASTERN DESERT

Roman Forts

GUIDE TO THE DESERT FRONTIER OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE

Crusader Castles

GUIDE TO MILITARY INSTALLATIONS DURING THE CRUSADER PERIOD

Ottoman Hajj Forts

GUIDE TO OTTOMAN FORTS EN ROUTE TO MECCA

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