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Aqaba Heritage Museum

This free museum, in the shadow of the giant flagpole, is moderately diverting. There are some fascinating period photos of Aqaba, including at the time of the Arab Revolt, and a reproduction of a letter from the Prophet Mohammed to the inhabitants of the city. There are some tatty replica traditional fishing boats and a folklore display with mannequins portraying traditional Aqaba life.

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