Ar Raqīm
Ar Raqīm is a locality in Kerak, King’s Highway. Ar Raqīm is situated near the village Al Lajjun, as well as near the locality Ar Rashāyyidah.Places of Interest
Highlights: Betthorus.
Betthorus
Archaeological site
Betthorus was a Roman legionary fortress on the Limes Arabicus. Betthorus is situated 3 km south of Ar Raqīm.
Ar Raqīm
- Type: Locality
- Also known as: “Ar Raqim”
- Location: Kerak, King’s Highway, Jordan, Middle East, Asia
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Latitude
31.26484° or 31° 15′ 53″ north
Longitude
35.86264° or 35° 51′ 46″ east
Elevation
779 metres (2,556 feet)
Open location code
8G3Q7V77+W3
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In Other Languages
“Ar Raqīm” goes by many names.
- Arabic: “الرقيم”
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Localities in the Area
Places to explore: Al Lajjun and Ar Rashāyyidah.
Notable Places Nearby
Highlights: Al Fityān and Qaşr Umm Raqībah.
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