Iraq al-Amir
Just outside of Jordan's capital lies an ancient castle and intriguing caves dating back to the Copper Age.

๐Ÿ“œ Ancient castle and intriguing caves dating back to the Copper Age, located just outside Amman.

Why Go

๐Ÿ” Explore over 10 caves, some with unique carvings and structures.
๐Ÿฐ Visit Qasr al-โ€˜Abed, an ancient castle with lion carvings.
๐ŸŒณ Enjoy verdant hills and wildflowers, great for a small hike.
๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ Popular day trip for locals, especially in late spring and summer.

Tips

๐Ÿ’ก Entrance to the caves is free.
๐Ÿ’ฐ Castle entrance fee is minimal and not always enforced.
โ˜€๏ธ Best visited in late spring and summer for barbecues and wildflowers.

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Entrance to caves is free, castle entrance is a few dinars (not always enforced).

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