Qasr Uweinid
Qasr Uweinid is a small yet historically significant desert castle located in Azraq, Jordan. This Umayyad-era structure, built with distinctive basalt stones, is nestled in the eastern Jordanian desert near Azraq’s oasis. Qasr Uweinid offers visitors a look into the architectural and cultural achievements of the Umayyad dynasty, providing insight into early Islamic desert fortifications. Though modest in size compared to other desert castles, it remains an intriguing example of the regional adaptations made by the Umayyads to manage water resources and protect trade routes in Jordan’s arid landscape.
- Category
- Historical · Castles
- Governorate
- Zarqa
- Address
- Azraq
Opening hours
- Monday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Tuesday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Wednesday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Thursday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Friday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Saturday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Sunday: 00:00 – 23:59
Features
- Good for kids
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