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1. Red Tower
Turkey » TUR
Place » Historical Place

Çarşı, İskele Cd. No:102, 07400 Alanya/Antalya, Türkiye

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The Red Tower, also known as Kızıl Kule in Turkish, is an iconic landmark located on the harbor of Alanya, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. It is part of the city's historic fortifications and offers panoramic views of the surrounding area.

2. Al Naslaa
Saudi Arabia » SAU
Place » Outdoors

Saudi Arabia

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Al Naslaa is a unique geological formation located in the Tayma Oasis of Saudi Arabia. One of its distinctive features is a split sandstone block that stands upright with a clean, straight crack dividing it into two nearly equal parts. The split is so precise that it almost appears as though the rock was deliberately cut with advanced technology.

3. Al-Siq
Jordan » JOR
Place » Outdoors

Wadi Musa, Jordan

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Al-Siq is a narrow gorge located in the city of Wadi Musa, Jordan, and serves as the main entrance to the ancient city of Petra. Al-Siq is the primary access point to Petra, leading visitors from the modern city of Wadi Musa to the archaeological site. The path through the Siq is a dramatic and memorable experience, building anticipation as you approach the famous Treasury Al-Khazneh at the end of the gorge.

4. Fatty Dabs Burger Shack
Jordan » Amman
Food Drink » American

Abdoun Bridge, Amman, Jordan

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Fatty Dabs Burger Shack - The skillet's scorching hot surface sears the burger, giving it a perfect crust, and there's just enough fat for that juicy but easy-on-the-stomach flavor. Within minutes, the burger is ready to be served alongside fresh-cut fries.

5. Wadi Rum Protected Area
Jordan » JOR
Place » Outdoors

Jordan

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Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon, is a protected desert wilderness area located in the southern part of Jordan, close to the border with Saudi Arabia. It is part of the larger Wadi Rum Protected Area. It is known for its stunning and unique desert landscapes, red sand dunes, towering sandstone mountains, and ancient petroglyphs.

6. Royal Tank Museum
Jordan » Amman
Place » Museum

As-Sakhrah Al-Musharrafah St. 88, Amman, Jordan

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The Royal Tank Museum is a national museum with international standards, located in Amman, is considered the first specialized tank museum in the region, displaying more than 150 tanks within a 20,000 sqm. The museum offers a great family experience for Jordanians and visitors of Jordan where they can enjoy the visit and use our interactive story telling exhibition tools.

7. Amman Citadel
Jordan » Amman
Place » Historical Place

K. Ali Ben Al-Hussein St. 146, Amman, Jordan

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Towering above the capital city of Jordan is the Amman Citadel. This historic site comprises a 1700-meter wall that dates back to the Bronze Age, the iconic Temple of Hercules, and the Umayyad Palace. With so many significant landmarks located in one site, the Amman Citadel is arguably one of the best places to visit in Amman.

8. Qasr Al Abed
Jordan » Amman
Place » Historical Place

Amman, Jordan

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Qasr al-Abd is a large Hellenistic palace from the first quarter of the second century BCE. Most scholars agree it was built by the Tobiads, a notable Jewish family of the Second Temple period, although the descriptions doesn't mention that. Its ruins stand in modern-day Jordan in the valley of Wadi Seer, close to the village of Iraq Al-Amir, approximately 17 kilometers west of Amman.

9. Museum of Islamic Art
Qatar » Doha
Place » Museum

Doha, Qatar

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The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) is a museum on one end of the seven-kilometer-long (4.3 mi) Corniche in Doha, Qatar. It has been presenting a programme of temporary exhibitions which illuminate the heritage of Islamic cultures across the globe.

10. Beit Al Quran
Bahrain » Manama
Place » Museum

Building No.17, Rd No 1901, Manama, Bahrain

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Housed in a building spectacularly engraved with Arabic script, Beit al Quran (House of Quran) showcases a fascinating collection of Quranic manuscripts as well as a library of over 50,000 books written in Arabic, English, and French that center mostly on Islam.

11. Bahrain National Museum
Bahrain » Manama
Place » Museum

Shaikh Hamad Causeway, Manama, Bahrain

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Bahrain National Museum is the repository of 6000 years of Bahrain’s history. The story of Bahrain comes to life in the Halls of Graves, Dilmun, Tylos and Islam, Customs and Traditions, Traditional Trades and Crafts, and Documents and Manuscripts.

12. Topkapi Palace
Turkey » Istanbul
Place » Museum

Cankurtaran, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye

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The Topkapi Palace, located in Istanbul, Turkey, is a historic palace complex that served as the primary residence and administrative headquarters for the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years. It stands as a significant symbol of the Ottoman Empire's grandeur and cultural heritage.

13. Cairo Citadel
Egypt » Cairo
Place » Historical Place

Al Abageyah, El Khalifa, Cairo Governorate 4252360, Egypt

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The Cairo Citadel, also known as the Citadel of Saladin, is a historic Islamic fortification located on Mokattam Hill in Cairo, Egypt. It was built by Saladin, the founder of the Ayyubid dynasty, in the 12th century (between 1176 and 1183) to protect Cairo from potential Crusader invasions.

14. Dubai Miracle Garden
United Arab Emirates » Dubai
Place » Outdoors

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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The Dubai Miracle Garden is a stunning botanical garden located in the heart of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The garden is a testament to human creativity and horticultural artistry, providing visitors with a unique and visually stunning experience amidst the desert landscape of Dubai.

15. Qaitbay Fort
Egypt » EGY
Place » Historical Place

Alexandria Governorate, Egypt

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Qaitbay Fort, also known as the Citadel of Qaitbay, is a historic fortress located on the Mediterranean coast in Alexandria, Egypt. Visitors to Qaitbay Fort can explore its halls, chambers, and enjoy the scenic views from its towers. The fort stands as a testament to the historical significance of Alexandria as a major Mediterranean port and the efforts to protect it through the centuries.

16. Nakhal Fort
Oman » OMN
Place » Historical Place

Nakhl, Oman

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Nakhal Fort is a historic fortress located in the Al Batinah region of Oman, approximately 120 kilometers west of Muscat, the capital city. Visitors to Nakhal Fort can explore its various sections, climb its towers, and appreciate the historical and architectural significance of this well-preserved Omani fortress.

17. King Khalid Grand Mosque
Saudi Arabia » Riyadh
Place » Temple

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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The King Khalid Grand Mosque, also known as the Al-Masjid Al-Kabeer, is one of the largest and most prominent mosques in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. It is situated in the city center, making it easily accessible to residents and visitors.

18. Valley of the Monkeys
Egypt » EGY
Place » Historical Place

Al Qarna Desert, Luxor Governorate 1413101, Egypt

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The Western Valley is an Egyptian archaeological locality situated adjacent to Luxor's Valley of the Kings and contains a number of remarkable pharaonic burials additional to the main Valley. The Western Valley is also known in Arabic as the Wadi al-Gurud (Valley of the Monkeys), on account of the representations of baboons in several tomb paintings found within the wadi.

19. Valley of the Kings
Egypt » EGY
Place » Historical Place

Luxor, Luxor Governorate 1340420, Egypt

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The Valley of the Kings is a famous archaeological site located on the west bank of the Nile in the Luxor Governorate of Egypt. It is renowned for being the burial place of many ancient Egyptian pharaohs and nobles from the New Kingdom period.

20. Doha Corniche
Qatar » Doha
Place » Outdoors

Doha, Qatar

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The Doha Corniche is a waterfront promenade that runs along the edge of Doha Bay in Doha, Qatar. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike and offers stunning views of the city's skyline and the Arabian Gulf.

21. Souq Waqif
Qatar » Doha
Place » Shopping

Doha, Qatar

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Souq Waqif is a marketplace (souq) in Doha, in the state of Qatar. The souq sells traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. It is also home to restaurants and Shisha lounges. The original building dates back at least from the 20th Century in a traditional Qatari architectural style. It was renovated in 2006.

22. Bahrain
Bahrain » BHR
Place » City

Bahrain

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Bahrain is a small island country located in the Persian Gulf, between Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Its capital city is Manama, which is also its largest city. Bahrain has a population of approximately 1.7 million people, with the majority being Bahraini nationals, although there is also a significant expatriate population.

23. Abu Simbel Temples
Egypt » EGY
Place » Historical Place

Abu Simbel, Egypt

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The Abu Simbel Temples are a pair of ancient Egyptian temples located near the southern border of Egypt, close to the town of Abu Simbel. These temples are renowned for their monumental size, impressive architecture, and historical significance.

24. Karnak
Egypt » EGY
Place » Historical Place

El-Karnak, Luxor, Luxor Governorate, Egypt

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Karnak is a vast ancient temple complex located near Luxor in the Luxor Governorate of Egypt. It is one of the most significant and well-preserved temple complexes in Egypt, and it played a central role in ancient Egyptian religious practices and architecture.

25. Philae Temple Complex
Egypt » EGY
Place » Historical Place

Aswan, Aswan Governorate, Egypt

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The Philae Temple Complex is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located on Philae Island in the Nile River near Aswan, Egypt. It is renowned for its well-preserved temples and structures dedicated to various deities.

26. Saqqara Necropolis
Egypt » EGY
Place » Historical Place

Badrshein, Giza Governorate 3352001, Egypt

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The Saqqara Necropolis is a vast ancient burial complex located in the Giza Governorate of Egypt. It is renowned for its historical significance, diverse range of tombs and structures, and the iconic Step Pyramid of Djoser. Saqqara features numerous pyramids, including the world-famous Step pyramid of Djoser,as well as a number of mastabas. Located some 30 km (19 mi) south of modern-day Cairo.

27. Egypt Today
Egypt » EGY
Online » NEWS

Egypt

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Egypt Today is a monthly English-language magazine published in Egypt. It covers a wide range of topics related to Egyptian culture, society, history, politics, and current affairs. Egypt Today plays a role in presenting a multi-dimensional view of Egypt to the world, fostering greater awareness and understanding of the country's culture, heritage, and societal dynamics.

28. Al Jazeera
Qatar » QAT
Online » NEWS

Qatar

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Al Jazeera English is a television news channel broadcast to the world by the Al Jazeera Media Network. It is the first English-language news channel to be headquartered in the Middle East.

29. The Tehran Times
Iran » IRN
Online » NEWS

Tehran, Iran

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The Tehran Times is the Islamic Republic of Iran’s first English daily newspaper, which began its work in 1979 to air the voice of the Islamic Revolution. The daily’s general policy was based on Ayatollah Beheshti’s statement: “The Tehran Times is not the newspaper of the government; it must be a loud voice of the Islamic Revolution and the loudspeaker of the oppressed people of the world”.

30. Giza Necropolis
Egypt » EGY
Place » Historical Place

Al Haram, Giza Governorate 3512201, Egypt

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The Giza Necropolis is an iconic and ancient archaeological site located near the city of Giza in the Giza Governorate of Egypt. It is renowned for its massive pyramids, including the Great Pyramid of Giza, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

31. Iran
Iran » IRN
Place » City

Iran

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Iran, officially known as the Islamic Republic of Iran, is a country located in Western Asia. Iran has a long and rich history that spans several millennia. It was once the center of the Persian Empire, one of the most powerful and influential empires in ancient times. Iran covers an area of 1.64 million square kilometres (0.63 million square miles) with an estimated population of 86.8 million in 2022.

32. Al Fateh Grand Mosque
Bahrain » Manama
Place » Temple

Awal Avenue Corner Al Fatih Highway, Manama, Bahrain

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The Al-Fateh Grand Mosque is a significant religious and cultural landmark located in Manama, the capital city of Bahrain. It is one of the largest mosques in the world and holds great importance for both residents and visitors of Bahrain.

33. Arad Fort
Bahrain » BHR
Place » Historical Place

Rd No 4233, Arad, Bahrain

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Arad Fort is a historical fortification located in the city of Arad in Bahrain. The fort is believed to have been built during the 15th century, although some sources suggest that it may date back as far as the 13th century. The fort is located on a strategic hilltop overlooking the Arabian Gulf and was built to defend against invaders and pirates.

34. Imam Husayn Shrine
Iraq » IRQ
Place » Temple

Karbala 56001, Iraq

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The Imam Husayn Shrine is a highly revered religious site located in Karbala, Iraq. It is one of the most important sites in the Shia Muslim world and holds deep significance in Islamic history and culture. The shrine is dedicated to Imam Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad and the third Shia Imam.

35. Iraq
Iraq » IRQ
Place » City

Iraq

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Iraq is a country located in the Middle East, bordered by Iran to the east, Turkey to the north, Syria to the northwest, Jordan to the west, Saudi Arabia to the south, and Kuwait to the southeast. It has a rich history, diverse culture, and significant geopolitical importance in the region. Its population was 43.5 million in 2022.

36. Baghdad, Iraq
Iraq » Baghdad
Place » City

Iraq

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Baghdad is the capital city of Iraq and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. With a long and storied history, Baghdad has played a significant role in the development of culture, trade, and politics in the Middle East. Its population was 8,126,755 in 2018.

37. Masada National Park
Israel » ISR
Place » Historical Place

Masada, Israel

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Masada National Park is an ancient fortification and a UNESCO World Heritage Site located on top of an isolated rock plateau, akin to a mesa, in the Southern District of Israel, near the shores of the Dead Sea. It is a historically and culturally significant site that holds great importance in Jewish history.

38. The Times of Israel
Israel » ISR
Online » NEWS

Israel

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The Times of Israel is your one-stop site for news, features, live blogs and more - on Israel, the region & the Jewish world. It is an Israel-based, primarily English-language online newspaper launched in 2012.

39. Tomb of Tutankhamun
Egypt » EGY
Place » Historical Place

Kings Valley Rd, Luxor Governorate 1340420, Egypt

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The Tomb of Tutankhamun, also known as the "Tutankhamun's Burial Chamber," is one of the most famous archaeological discoveries in history. It is located in the Valley of the Kings on the west bank of the Nile River near Luxor, Egypt.

40. Kirkuk Citadel
Iraq » IRQ
Place » Historical Place

Kirkuk 36001, Iraq

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Kirkuk Citadel is located in the centre of the city of Kirkuk in Iraq, and is considered to be the oldest part of the city. The Kirkuk Citadel stands on an artificial mound 130 feet high located on a plateau across the Khasa River.

41. Tel Aviv
Israel » Tel Aviv
Place » City

Israel

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Tel Aviv is a vibrant and modern city located on the Mediterranean coast of Israel. It is the second-most populous city in Israel after Jerusalem and serves as the country's economic and technological hub. It had a population of 467,875 in 2021.

42. Amman
Jordan » Amman
Place » City

Jordan

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Amman is the capital and largest city of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. It is located in the northwestern part of Jordan, situated on a hilly area between the Jordan Valley and the eastern edge of the Jordanian Desert. It had a population of 4,061,150 as of 2021.

43. Sanaa, Yemen
Yemen » Sanaa
Place » City

Yemen

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Sana'a is the capital and largest city of Yemen. It is located in the western part of the country and holds significant historical and cultural importance. Sana'a's ancient history, unique architecture, and cultural richness make it a captivating destination for those interested in exploring Yemen's heritage. Sanaa has a population of approximately 2,545,000 in 2017.

44. Baatara Gorge Waterfall
Lebanon » LBN
Place » Tourism

Meghraq, Lebanon

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The Baatara Gorge Waterfall, also known as the Three Bridges Waterfall, is a stunning natural attraction located in the village of Meghraq in Lebanon. The Baatara Gorge Waterfall is formed by a series of limestone caves and a sinkhole. The water plunges through a vertical shaft, creating a breathtaking waterfall that cascades into a deep gorge below.

45. Jeita Grotto
Lebanon » LBN
Place » Tourism

Valley of the Dog River, Keserwan, Bayrut, Lebanon

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Jeita Grotto is a magnificent natural wonder located in Keserwan, near Beirut, Lebanon. Jeita Grotto is a system of interconnected limestone caves and underground rivers nestled in the scenic Nahr al-Kalb valley. It is divided into two main parts: the upper grotto known as the Jeita I and the lower grotto Jeita II.

46. Grand Mosque of Kuwait
Kuwait » Kuwait City
Place » Temple

25, Kuwait City, Kuwait

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The Grand Mosque of Kuwait, also known as Al-Masjid Al-Kabir, is a significant religious landmark located in Kuwait City, the capital of Kuwait. The Grand Mosque of Kuwait stands as a symbol of religious devotion, architectural brilliance, and Islamic heritage.

47. Kuwait Towers
Kuwait » Kuwait City
Place » Historical Place

Arabian Gulf St, Kuwait City, Kuwait

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The Kuwait Towers are iconic landmarks in Kuwait City, the capital of Kuwait. It is a group of three slender towers standing on a promontory into the Persian Gulf. The Kuwait Towers have become iconic symbols of Kuwait's progress and development. They are not only architectural marvels but also represent the country's cultural heritage and national pride.

48. Lebanon
Lebanon » LBN
Place » City

Lebanon

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Lebanon is a country in Western Asia. It is located between Syria to the north and east and Israel to the south, while Cyprus lies to its west across the Mediterranean Sea. Lebanon is home to roughly six million people and covers an area of 10,452 square kilometres (4,036 sq mi), making it the smallest country in continental Asia.

49. Beirut, Lebanon
Lebanon » Beirut
Place » City

Lebanon

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Beirut is the capital and largest city of Lebanon. As of 2014, Greater Beirut has a population of 2.4 million. The city is situated on a peninsula at the midpoint of Lebanon's Mediterranean coast. Beirut has been inhabited for more than 5,000 years, and was one of Phoenicia's most prominent city states, making it one of the oldest cities in the world.

50. Kuwait
Kuwait » KWT
Place » City

Kuwait

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Kuwait is a country located in the Arabian Peninsula, bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south and Iraq to the north. The capital city of Kuwait is Kuwait City, which serves as the political, economic, and cultural center of the country. As of 2022, Kuwait has a population of 4.45 million people of which 1.45 million are Kuwaiti citizens while the remaining 3.00 million are foreign nationals from over 100 countries.