Jordan - Wikipedia
WEBjordan.gov.jo. Jordan, [a] officially the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, [b] is a country in the Southern Levant region of West Asia. Jordan is bordered by Syria to the north, Iraq to the east, Saudi Arabia to the south, and the occupied Palestinian territory of the West Bank and Israel to the west. The Jordan River, flowing into the Dead Sea, is ...
Jordan | History, Population, Flag, Map, King, & Facts
WEBMay 22, 2024 · Jordan, Arab country of Southwest Asia, in the rocky desert of the northern Arabian Peninsula. Al-Dayr (“the Monastery”) at Petra, Jordan. Jordan is a young state that occupies an ancient land, one that bears the traces of many civilizations. Separated from ancient Palestine by the Jordan River, the region played a prominent role in ...
Jordan travel - Lonely Planet | Middle East
WEBJordan. Middle East. From the ancient city of Petra to the breathtaking Dead Sea and sublime desert landscapes of Wadi Rum in between, Jordan has delighted visitors for centuries. Best Time to Visit. Best Places to Visit.
10 things to know before going to Jordan - Lonely Planet
WEBNov 30, 2023 · 8. Bring a reusable filtration water bottle. Tap water is usually not drinkable in Jordan, though some higher-end hotels have their own water purification systems. Environmental education and recycling facilities are scarce, and you will see plastics and other rubbish littering the otherwise lovely landscapes.
Visit Jordan: The Official Tourism Website
WEBexplore. Jordan is a country of hikers and historians, scientists and artists, foodies and yoga-friends. Whatever your tribe, you’ll find a kindred spirit here. Jordan museums.
The Official Website of The Jordan Tourism Board
WEBWELCOME TO. JORDAN TOURISM BOARD. Please Select Language / Region. Select English - International English - North America عربي Deutsch Italiano.
World Factbook Glyph
WEBMay 22, 2024 · Geography - note. strategic location at the head of the Gulf of Aqaba and as the Arab country that shares the longest border with Israel and the occupied West Bank; the Dead Sea, the lowest point in Asia and the second saltiest body of water in the world (after Lac Assal in Djibouti), lies on Jordan's western border with Israel and the West Bank; …
Jordan country profile - BBC News
WEBApr 19, 2023 · Jordan country profile. The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is a small country with few natural resources, but it has played a pivotal role in the struggle for power in the Middle East. It is a key ...
Jordan - Ancient, Middle East, Fertile Crescent | Britannica
WEBJordan - Ancient, Middle East, Fertile Crescent: Jordan occupies an area rich in archaeological remains and religious traditions. The Jordanian desert was home to hunters from the Early Paleolithic Period; their flint tools have been found widely distributed throughout the region. In the southeastern part of the country, at Mount Al-Ṭubayq, rock …
Jordan – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBJordan Pass [edit]. The Jordan Pass [dead link] provides free entrance to more than 40 sites in Jordan within a two-week period, and the cost of your tourist visa is waived if you stay at least 3 nights in the country. It offers a great saving compared to purchasing tickets (and visa) separately. The pass costs 70 JD if you want spend one day at Petra, 75 JD …
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