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Half Day Private Tour to Iraq al-Amir (Qasr al-‘Abed): Explore Ancient Caves and Ozymandian Ruins
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Amman
Embark on a half-day private tour to Iraq al-Amir and uncover the mysteries of ancient caves and Ozymandian ruins. Explore the rich history and architectural wonders of Qasr al-‘Abed, a palace built in the 2nd century BCE.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Iraq Al Amir - Iraq al-Amir, Nestled among hills just outside of Amman in Wadi Al-Seer is a quaint village filled with ancient stone secrets. Iraq al-Amir, which means “Caves of the Prince” in Arabic, is home to more than 10 caves that have been inhabited by various groups since the Copper Age, as well as the ruins of an Ozymandias castle. One of these caves is lined with what appears to be seats, fit for a feast or a meeting; another has a more sepulchral appearance, divided by low stone walls into cubicles approximately the length of a supine adult; still another has a high ceiling over what appears to be carved walls, enclosing a spacious room that could have housed several families. While nobody permanently inhabits these caves anymore, shepherds do occasionally keep sheep or donkeys in them. These dark caverns are also home to numerous bats. Perhaps the most striking aspect of these caves is the large carved words adorning the entrances to two of the caves.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Explore Iraq al-Amir, translating to ‘Caves of the Prince’ in Arabic, boasting over ten caves that have been a domicile to different communities from the Copper Age. Besides, you can see the remnants of a castle resembling the grandeur of Ozymandias and Qasr al-‘Abed, also known as the ‘Palace of the Slave’ in Arabic, constructed by Hyrcanus, the Ammon governor during the 2nd century BCE.
Location
Iraq Al Amir
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Ahed
Jun 13, 2022
Very nice trip - Excellent experience everything was nice and the people were very nice and very helpful and very polite and hospitable
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