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The Aqaba Flagpole, located in the coastal city of Aqaba at the southern tip of Jordan, reaches an impressive height of 430 ft (130 m). Built and inaugurated in 2004, this structure stands as the tallest free-standing flagpole in the country and ranks among the tallest in the world.
The 197 ft (60 m) by 99 ft (30 m) polyester flag at the top of the pole may closely resemble the official Jordanian flag but lacks the white star in the red chevron. Instead, it serves as a commemoration of the Great Arab Revolt against the Ottomans, which began in this square in 1917. The banner's colors bear noteworthy meanings: red for martyrs' sacrifices, green for peace and sustainability, black for oppression, and white for a brighter future.
Perched by the Red Sea coast, the flagpole's towering stature and strategic position have made it an important landmark, visible from three nearby countries: Israel, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. It stands as a powerful symbol of the region's history and significance.
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The Aqaba Flagpole is accessible 24 hours a day and located by the seafront on the Great Arab Revolt Plaza in close proximity to both the Aqaba Fort and the Aqaba Museum, about a 15-minute walk south from the city center along the corniche.
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October 17, 2025
