7 Coolest Places in the Middle East for Solo Travelers
- Jeremy E. Moon
- Nov 20, 2019
- 5 min read
Excellent mountain ranges, beautiful attractions, warm waters and probably the most interesting history on the planet makes the Middle East an ideal spot to visit. With political turmoil, psychological warfare and safe tourism; travelers are regularly maintaining a strategic distance from this lovely piece of the world yet as you will before long find; you don't need to remain away. I have studied a lot and personally explored some of the best tourist attractions in the Middle East and found the seven most secure places which you can explore alone. From sanctuaries to tombs, from The Dead Sea to lavish peaks to the tallest structure on the planet; these Middle Eastern destinations have something extraordinary to appreciate.
1. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dubai is one of the best destinations to explore in the Middle East because of its innovation, lavishness and high security. For those solo travelers searching for an advanced Dubai experience don't pass up the world's tallest structure; Burj Khalifa which is 828 meters and 160 stories tall. The dancing Dubai Fountain will take your breath away in their daily show, which can be observed from one of the best spots inside the Dubai Mall. For the history buff; Dubai Museum is an extraordinary spot to begin where current innovation meets history in an underground fortification that shows the entrancing progress from ancient town to a modern city. The old Souks are located on both sides of Dubai Creek and deserves to be visited by the tourists at least ones as you will find the glistening gold souk, spice souk and carpet souk interesting.
On the other hand, for all thrill seekers the adventure of desert safari is worth the experience. Travelers can choose from three desert safari experiences that are Morning Desert Safari, Evening Desert Safari and Overnight Desert Safari. In this unique trip, you will encounter many interesting activities such as camel ride, sandboarding, quad biking, horse riding and watch the live performances of belly dancers, fire performers and sufi tanoura dance. Dubai is the place which you can’t miss out on.
2. Aswan, Egypt
With all the political agitation in Egypt over the past year it is amazing to know how the government have tackled the political unrest and made the tourism secure in this country. At this point when I dove further into the security of Egypt I found that there are secure places to visit; however, this might be the best time to go. From the un-swarmed pyramids of Giza to the east bank of south Egypt, Luxor and Aswan are the best places to explore if you are traveling alone. In Giza, you can explore the famous pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, Sphinx and Menkaure which have revealed several private tombs, complexes and quarters. Luxor is often called as the open-air museum because it has a huge number of monuments and structures which were built in ancient times. You will also love the archaeological sites in the Aswan as it has unfinished Obelisk, Nubian Museum, Elephantine, Philae, Kom Ombo Temple, and Aswan Museum.
3. Paphos, Cyprus
Home of more than 2,000,000 travelers per year, Cyprus is known as an attractive spot to travel. It has the sizzling sun, fabulous coastlines and top quality mountain treks and all this makes it your next get-away destination. I recommend leaving your usual routine behind to investigate this island with attractive places like Paphos and Nicosia. The north coast houses some of the brilliant seashores around which are present in the medieval manner that enlightens the fantasy dream within each one of us. A swimming outfit, a couple of climbing boots and some sunscreen will go far in helping you investigate this delightful land.
4. Doha, Qatar
The amazing country which has been booked to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup; Qatar is gradually getting recognizable as a traveler destination. Encompassed by the ocean and being a safe Middle Eastern Country, Qatar gives some fascinating travel vibes to the adventure lovers. You can enjoy thrilling water sport activities like Jet Skiing and try to attempt kite-surfing alongside the seashores. Visit the Museum of Islamic Art, the social town of Katara and Souq Waqif; the customary commercial center of Qatar. Try not to botch the opportunity to watch the traditional game of the sheiks, referred to us as camel racing. You can explore some fascinating places in Doha like the Museum of Islamic Art, Souk Waqif, The Pearl Qatar, Doha Corniche, Katara Cultural Village, Aspire Park and Banana Island.
5. Musandam, Oman
Oman is a beautiful destination in the Middle East for solo travelers. Over the past decade, Oman has invested intensely in the travel industry and it appears. If you are lucky, you will get a chance to view the many green sea turtles come up to home on one of Oman's seashores (the best time for this is September to November). The Historic town of Nizwa is home to probably the mightiest stronghold and here you will discover a lot of Souks selling all that you want. A visit to Oman would not be finished without a journey through Khor Ash Sham; a 16km gulf where you are blessed to receive remote villas along the shoreline and units of dolphins all through. Investigate the transcending mountain trek, limestone rocks, caves and enjoy a number of fun activities in the beautiful remote areas of Musandam. It is a place which you can explore on an Omani Dhow (wooden boat) which takes you on a half day tour lets you experience the best activities and attractions in Musandam, Oman.
6. Petra, Jordan
My main pick for the most secure places to visit in the Middle East is Jordan. Jordan's security is top notch, however, it is the closest territory to Syria and Iraq (3km inside the two fringes), but that doesn't mean you can't explore Jordan. Make a point to visit Petra, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World where the stunning remains will have you in awe. Buoy in the Dead Sea, make a plunge in the warm waters at Aqaba or unwind in the normal underground aquifers underneath a cascade. To make you feel much more calm in this brilliant place; a great many people in Jordan communicate in English. Try not to be apprehensive; be enchanted.
7. Beirut, Lebanon
A Middle Eastern city with a throbbing vibe, Beirut is the best place you should visit if you are looking for a serene get-away! Quick paced and fun, this city is for the youthful and energetic people. If you are traveling solo, you can perhaps explore some vacation spots like the Sursock Museum, the National Museum of Beirut, the Martyr's Square and the Mohammed Al Amin Mosque situated in this square. You can likewise get a flawless nightfall at the pleasant Raouche Rocks.
Now you know that the Middle East is something beyond sands and deserts, would you say you are prepared to investigate it and get fascinated by its excellence? I wish you a cheerful voyage!
