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View of the Gulf of Aqaba near Nuweiba, Egypt. The gulf measures 24 km (15 mi) at its widest point and stretches some 160 km (100 mi) north from the Straits of Tiran to where Israel meets Egypt and Jordan. The city of Aqaba is the largest on the gulf.
Aqaba is Jordan's only port city. It is on the Gulf of Aqaba in the extreme south of the country, adjacent to Eilat in Israel. Mapcarta, the open map.
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Feb 17, 2021 · The Gulf of Aqaba is located along the southeastern edge of the Sinai Peninsula and to the west of the Arabian Peninsula. The Gulf of Aqaba is bordered by the countries of Israel, Jordan, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. Important Geographical Features.
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Aqaba is Jordan 's only port city. It is on the Gulf of Aqaba in the extreme south of the country, adjacent to Eilat in Israel.
The city lies at Jordan's southernmost point, on the Gulf of Aqaba lying at the tip of the Red Sea. Its strategic location is shown in the fact that it is located at the crossroads of the continents of Asia and Africa, while bordering Israel, Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
The Gulf of Aqaba is one of two gulfs created by the Sinai Peninsula's bifurcation of the northern Red Sea; the Gulf of Suez lying to the west of the Sinai Peninsula and the Gulf of Aqaba lying to its east. It varies in width from 12 to 17 miles (19 to 27 km) and is 110 miles (177 km) long.
Aqaba, the crown jewel of Jordan’s coastline, beckons travelers with its vibrant coral reefs, historical charm, and idyllic location at the tip of the Gulf of Aqaba. But navigating a new city can be daunting. Fear not, for this comprehensive guide, complete with interactive maps, will be your one-stop shop for exploring Aqaba.
