A sun-kissed port on the Red Sea, Aqaba, Jordan, is a picturesque beach destination popular with those seeking a taste of both history and adventure. Almost a secret unto itself, the lineage of the city dates back to some of the earliest times in human civilization.
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External link opens in new windowAl Manara, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is the perfect escape for adventurers and history buffs alike. While most of Jordan’s best-known wonders are firmly above ground, below the warm waters of the Red Sea lies the Cedar Pride—the wreck of a Lebanese freighter that sunk in 1985 and has remained underwater ever since. It exists now as an entirely new kind of museum—a vibrant, thriving home to coral in a kaleidoscope of colors and native species such as lionfish, scorpionfish, and moray eels.
With the help of the concierge, intrepid guests can experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure: a diving tour that allows you to explore the shipwreck and surrounding reefs, revealing the colorful sea life hidden from the casual observer.
