The Village Jordan’s guidebook
Sightseeing
The Dead Sea is located on the border between Jordan and Palestine, and it is one of the most interesting natural phenomena on earth, and apart from some microorganisms and some algae, this saltwater lake is completely devoid of life, as there is no in or around its waters. Seaweed, fish or any other creatures, and here we show you more interesting facts about the Dead Sea, which you may know for the first time.
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Dead Sea
The Dead Sea is located on the border between Jordan and Palestine, and it is one of the most interesting natural phenomena on earth, and apart from some microorganisms and some algae, this saltwater lake is completely devoid of life, as there is no in or around its waters. Seaweed, fish or any other creatures, and here we show you more interesting facts about the Dead Sea, which you may know for the first time.
Famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system, Petra is also called the "Red Rose City" because of the color of the stone from which it is carved. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. … Petra is a symbol of Jordan, as well as Jordan's most-visited tourist attraction.
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Wadi Musa
Famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system, Petra is also called the "Red Rose City" because of the color of the stone from which it is carved. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. … Petra is a symbol of Jordan, as well as Jordan's most-visited tourist attraction.
Besides stunning desert landscape, Wadi Rum also boasts astounding cultural landscape. 25,000 petroglyphs (rock carvings), 20,000 inscriptions, and 154 archaeological sites have been discovered within this place, tracing the evolution of human thought and the early development of the alphabet.
Wadi Rum Visitor Center
Wadi Rum RoadBesides stunning desert landscape, Wadi Rum also boasts astounding cultural landscape. 25,000 petroglyphs (rock carvings), 20,000 inscriptions, and 154 archaeological sites have been discovered within this place, tracing the evolution of human thought and the early development of the alphabet.
History. At a high elevation, Ajloun has one of the most beautiful forests in Jordan, and known for its long cold winters. It is famous for its castle (Ajlun Castle), old name was Qal'at Salah Ad-Dein. The castle was built as a garrison to protect Ajloun strategic geography from the crusaders.
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Ajloun
History. At a high elevation, Ajloun has one of the most beautiful forests in Jordan, and known for its long cold winters. It is famous for its castle (Ajlun Castle), old name was Qal'at Salah Ad-Dein. The castle was built as a garrison to protect Ajloun strategic geography from the crusaders.
Jerash is widely renowned for its exquisitely preserved ruins from the first century AD, when the city flourished under Roman rule. The remaining architecture reflects that influence, and visitors can wander through the pristine columns, plazas, and temples that have earned this town its own distinct spot on the map.
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Jerash
Jerash is widely renowned for its exquisitely preserved ruins from the first century AD, when the city flourished under Roman rule. The remaining architecture reflects that influence, and visitors can wander through the pristine columns, plazas, and temples that have earned this town its own distinct spot on the map.
Mount Nebo is worth visiting for all travelers. The top of the hill where you'll find the viewing platform, Moses Memorial Church and the Serpent Statue is approximately 710 meters above sea level, and this place is absolutely gorgeous.
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Mount Nebo
Mount Nebo is worth visiting for all travelers. The top of the hill where you'll find the viewing platform, Moses Memorial Church and the Serpent Statue is approximately 710 meters above sea level, and this place is absolutely gorgeous.
Even in early winter, with a slight mist obscuring the see of Galilee, the site is worth visiting. Note, that although you can see both the Syrian and Palestinian border - its a perfectly safe area.
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Umm Qais
Even in early winter, with a slight mist obscuring the see of Galilee, the site is worth visiting. Note, that although you can see both the Syrian and Palestinian border - its a perfectly safe area.
The Ma'in Hot Springs also known as Hammamat Ma'in are a series of hot mineral springs and waterfalls located between Madaba and the Dead Sea in Madaba Governorate, Jordan.
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Ma'in Hot Springs
The Ma'in Hot Springs also known as Hammamat Ma'in are a series of hot mineral springs and waterfalls located between Madaba and the Dead Sea in Madaba Governorate, Jordan.
As-Salt is a thriving city situated North West of the capital Amman. Built on three main mountains (the cadital, gadaa and salalem), surrounded by the city square, As-Salt is enclosed by breathtaking views and is a wonderful contrast to some of the westernized sites of Amman. Comfortably perched atop of mountains, As-Salt maintains an authentic society based on affection, brotherhood, and love. The mountainside city also has significant historical relevance, most notably, as the regional capital of the Ottoman Empire.
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As-Salt
As-Salt is a thriving city situated North West of the capital Amman. Built on three main mountains (the cadital, gadaa and salalem), surrounded by the city square, As-Salt is enclosed by breathtaking views and is a wonderful contrast to some of the westernized sites of Amman. Comfortably perched atop of mountains, As-Salt maintains an authentic society based on affection, brotherhood, and love. The mountainside city also has significant historical relevance, most notably, as the regional capital of the Ottoman Empire.
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Aqaba, the only coastal city in Jordan, is a base for diving the coral reefs of the Red Sea or heading to the Star Wars-esque landscape of the rocky Wadi Rum. The city landmarks – from ancient ruins to a showstopping mosque – illuminate fascinating elements of Islamic culture and Middle Eastern history.
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Aqaba
Aqaba, the only coastal city in Jordan, is a base for diving the coral reefs of the Red Sea or heading to the Star Wars-esque landscape of the rocky Wadi Rum. The city landmarks – from ancient ruins to a showstopping mosque – illuminate fascinating elements of Islamic culture and Middle Eastern history.
Madaba (Arabic: مادبا; Biblical Hebrew: מֵידְבָא Mēḏəḇāʾ; Ancient Greek: Μήδαβα) is the capital city of Madaba Governorate in central Jordan, with a population of about 60,000. It is best known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, especially a large Byzantine-era mosaic map of the Holy Land.
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Madaba
Madaba (Arabic: مادبا; Biblical Hebrew: מֵידְבָא Mēḏəḇāʾ; Ancient Greek: Μήδαβα) is the capital city of Madaba Governorate in central Jordan, with a population of about 60,000. It is best known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, especially a large Byzantine-era mosaic map of the Holy Land.