"Wonders, diversity: historical and... " a Jordan Travel Page by vinc_bilb

The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (Arab country in Southwest Asia)shares borders with Syria, Iraq , Israel, the occupied Palestinian territories and Saudi Arabia to the east and south. Much of Jordan is covered by desert

Jordan has a rich history, coming from numerous civilisations, (Sumerian, Israelite, Babylonian,, Persian, Macedonian, Roman, Byzantine,...)
Since the seventh century Jordan is under Muslim and Arab cultures, with the exception of a brief period under British rule.

Capital (and largest city) Amman
Official languages Arabic (english is well known)
Ethnic groups 98% Arab
Government Constitutional monarchy , King Abdullah II

A safe country
Jordan is very safe with an extra bit of caution somewhere. There is virtually no unsafe part of Jordan and local peopleswill be happy to assist you most of the tume
Women may wear regular clothing without harassment in any part of Jordan. However, keep in mind Jordan is a Muslim nation, no problem if you respect the local rules.

Jordan has a combination of Mediterranean and arid desert climates, with Mediterranean prevailing in the North and West of the country, while the majority of the country is desert. Rainfall averages vary from 50 mm (1.97 inches) annually in the desert to 800 mm (31.5 inches) in the northern hills, some of which falls as snow in some years.

Jordan enjoys a range of geographical features, starting from the Jordan Rift Valley in the West ending at the desert plateau of the East, with a range of small hills running the length of the country in between.
Lowest Point: Dead Sea, -421 meters, Highest Point: Jebel Rum, 1734 meters

(Ranking done based on my own feeling)

Top 4:
1. Petra — top attraction, an ancient city carved out of sandstone
2. Wadirum desert: isolated and beautiful, a mix of colored cliffs and sand
3. Jerash: one of the largest and amazing Roman ruins in the Middle East
4. Bethany beyond the Jordan: John the Baptist's mission, including the baptism of Jesus

and ...:
Amman city — capital of the kingdom, Roman Theatre
Aqaba — located on the Gulf of Aqaba (red sea) / Eilat,Salt — ancient town which was once the capital of Jordan
Kerak — site of a once-mighty Crusader castle (not seen)
Madaba — known for its mosaic map of Jerusalem
Dead Sea — The lowest point on earth and the most saline sea
Dana Nature Reserve (not seen)
Ajloun — an impressive castle of the 12th century

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