The diversity of this geographically small but culturally rich country is captivating, from the rose-red ancient city of Petra to the desert wonderland of Wadi Rum, and from the urban vitality of capital Amman to the grandeur of ancient Roman Jerash, the Hashemite Kingdom offers a comprehensive tourism experience that is difficult to replicate elsewhere. For those seeking a luxurious and well-organised experience, Jordan luxury tours offers diverse travel packages that include the most importan
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Perched on a cluster of rolling hills, this small country´s capital (pop. 4 million) is a city of contrasts — ancient and modern, relaxed yet electric, a place where Roman ruins meet rooftop lounges and where the call to prayer drifts over art galleries, cafés, and sun-warmed stone. Often overshadowed by Jordan’s showstoppers like Petra and Wadi Rum, "the White Pigeon" quietly reveals itself to those who linger: a city rich in hospitality, heritage, and surprising sophistication.
One of
In southern Jordan, just under three hours from capital Amman, one of the most recognisable ancient sites in the MIddle East - and indeed, the world - was rediscovered by archaeologists in 1812. But it dates back to at least the 2nd century BCE and probably earlier, settled by an ancient Bedouin Arab tribe called the Nabataeans, who spoke Aramaic rather than Arabic and grew into a wealthy, powerful kingdom which at its height - and until it was absorbed by the Roman Empire in the
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Petra Jordan tourism attraction is the most famous destination for tourists from all over the world.
It became one of the Seven New Wonders of the World when it was chosen in 2007 by a vote of 100 million people.
Jordan has many tourist attractions as it passed through many eras such as the Islamic, Ottoman, Nabataeans, Byzantines, and Romans which have left many immortalized traces in Jordan.
Therefore, in this article, we will tell you about the most important place which is petra that you can en
Jordan is one of the Arab Islamic countries, located in the west of the continent of Asia, specifically on the northern side of the Arabian Peninsula, and it was so named because of the Jordan River passing on its western borders.
Capital of Jordan
Amman is the capital of Jordan and its commercial, administrative, economic, and educational center. It is the largest governorate in the country in terms of population, and the third largest governorate in terms of area, as it is preceded by the govern
The Dead Sea, known in Hebrew as Yam Ha-Melakh (the Sea of Salt) is the lowest point on earth.
It is a salt lake bordered by Jordan to the east, and Palestine and the West Bank to the west.
It’s surrounded by the stunning landscape of the Negev Desert.
Healing Benefits of the Dead Sea
- The very salty water can contribute to relieving many health problems, especially those related to the respiratory system, bones, and joints.
- The high percentage of salts may help relieve the symptoms of some skin prob
by Inka Piegsa-Quischotte
Israel’s neighbour Jordan is home to some the most fascinating excursions from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. Top of the list for many, of course, is Petra, the jawdropping, 2nd-century city hewn out of living rock, and nearby Wadi Rum, a mix of dramatic natural scenery and more ancient historic sites.
But many visitors tend to overlook several sites in the kingdom which are just as important and nearly as dramatic as Petra, best done in a two- or three-day itine
This legendary site tucked into the sandstone canyons of a valley running from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba – one of those places, in fact, you could almost believe was invented as a set for an exotic Indiana Jones movie. And while Petra did in fact make a key and dramatic appearance in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, this is no film set. Instead, this fabled UNESCO World Heritage Site is a city hewn out of the living rock, with a history stretching back to the 2nd century CE but aband
