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Tayq, Oman

Tayq Sinkhole

A powerful cyclone once made one of the world's largest sinkholes completely fill with water.
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Khasab, Oman

The Desert Fjords of Oman

Take the most scenic fjord landscape in Norway and add dramatic red cliffs, warm clear water, and playful dolphins.
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Oman

Jazirat al Maqlab (Telegraph Island)

This remote British Imperial telegraph relay outpost drove men insane.
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Quriyat, Oman

Majlis al Jinn Cave Chamber

This giant underground cave chamber can only be accessed through a small opening at the top.
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Qalhat, Oman

Bibi Maryam Mausoleum

This lonely tomb is all that remains of a once-bustling ancient trade hub visited by Marco Polo.
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Misfat al Abriyyin, Oman

Misfat al Abriyyin

Traditional architecture and ancient irrigation systems are on display in this gorgeous mountain village.
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Ubar, Oman

Ubar

Some claim these desert ruins are from the legendary "Atlantis of the Sands."
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Nakhl, Oman

Nakhal Fort

An imposing Omani fortress surrounded by date palm trees.
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Qurayyat, Oman

Bimmah Sinkhole

A sinkhole and now a swimming hole, too, full of dazzling turquoise water.
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Kesrouane, Lebanon

Tower of Claudius

The ruins of a monumental tower in the heart of Lebanese mountains still puzzle archeologists.
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Karak, Jordan

Kerak Castle

Perched above the bustling town of Kerak is a sprawling, ruinous castle that has witnessed nearly a millennia of Levantine history.
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Amman, Jordan

Umayyad Palace

This restored eighth-century palace is a shining example of ancient Umayyad architecture.
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Jordan

Qasr Amra

A bathhouse from the second Islamic Caliphate decorated with frescoes of constellations, pleasure gardens, and naked ladies.
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Amman, Jordan

Iraq al-Amir

Just outside of Jordan's capital lies an ancient castle and intriguing caves dating back to the Copper Age.
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Areedh Sub-District, Jordan

River Canyons of Jordan

Concentrated around the Dead Sea, these surprising canyons are filled with coursing water, fish, and even crabs.
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Jerash, Jordan

The Ruins of Jerash

Gladiators battle and chariots race daily in the ruins of a once-great Roman city.
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Amman, Jordan

Roman Theater of Amman

This exceptionally well-preserved ancient marvel also houses a small museum dedicated to Jordanian folk tradition.
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Petra District, Jordan

Little Petra

A more chill but no less fascinating version of the famous ancient archeological site.
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Petra District, Jordan

Petra

An ancient capital city that dates back 3,000 years old and harbors many surprises.
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Banaman, Iraq

Khanzad Castle

The legendary fortress of a female Kurdish warrior leader.
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Koysinjaq, Iraq

Qshla Koya

Qshla Koya is an Ottoman fortress located on a hillock in the central quarter of Koya.
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Sulaymaniyah, Iraq

Amna Suraka Prison

A bloody history is captured in this former prison turned museum.
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Alqosh, Iraq

Rabban Hormizd Monastery

An ancient sanctuary that has long been a holy site for the Chaldean Christian Church.
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Amedi, Iraq

Bahdinan Gate

This beautiful arched gate is all that remains of the fortress the ancient mountaintop town of Amadiya once was.
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