A Travel Guide to Jordan
A Travel Guide to Jordan
Jordan is an extraordinary country. Although small in size and young in terms of nation state, it is blessed with some of the regions most revered historical treasures, some of its most spectacular scenery and some of its kindest and most hospitable people. It has a delicious cuisine, a good tourist infrastructure – with some great accommodation and knowledgeable guides – and under the much respected royal family, a stable government. Throughout its short history, Jordan has bucked the trends of its neighbours; by welcoming the foreign traveller with open arms, and gallons of sweet mint tea, in many ways it continues to do so.
Amman is a lively, liberal city, modern in character, yet with one foot rooted firmly in the past. With a history dating back to Neolithic times, its journey travels through the Greeks and Romans – when it was known as Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love’ – before being abandoned for almost a thousand years only to rise again in 1921 as the country’s modern capital. Today it carries an air of dynamic self-assurance, and is an easy place to hang out for a day or two. Things not to be missed are the downtown area, the fruit and vegetable market, the Roman theatre, and the citadel with the capital’s most famous monument, the Temple of Hercules.
From Amman the first thing you might like to do is take a day trip to visit the country’s most famous Roman town, Jaresh. Although Palaeolithic and Neolithic settlements can be found nearby, the town came to prominence during in the 1st century AD. Sites to check out here are the Temple of Zeus, the South Theatre and its impressive, and renovated, Hippodrome – which has seen a revival of the Roman sport of chariot racing.
Travelling south you’ll pass Mount Nebo, the site from which Moses showed his people the Promised Land and take a look around Madaba, where, among other things, on the floor of St George’s church you can see the first map of the Holy Land in the form of a wonderful mural.
But Jordan isn’t just about sites of antiquity, it also has some stunning natural wonders to experience. Just to the east of Madaba you can go for a float in the Dead Sea – and, if you so desire, cover yourself in the rejuvenating mud, or treat yourself to a spa or swim at one of the regions smart 5 star hotels – before enjoying remote, offbeat locations like the tiny village of Dana, which has recently been reinvented as an eco-village for travellers looking to explore the nearby reserve.
While most people enter Petra from the town of Wadi Musa, through the famous Siq, or narrow gorge, emerging at the Treasury, there is another route in. Taking the rarely used back entrance not only offers a spectacular walk, through the regions beautifully rugged terrain, it also means you avoid the crowds and start your tour of the amazing Pink City at the impressive Monastery, and thus save the Treasury till last.
And what a site Petra is – truly one of the wonders of the world. Covering some 250 square kilometres, the former capital of the Nabateans simply astounds. The beautiful pink rock, carved into magnificent facades showcasing the noble family’s temples and tombs, divided by mighty canyons and gorges, really does leave you speechless. At one time the city was home to some 30,000 inhabitants and the scale of the place is mind-blowing.
And finally you come to the most impressive of all the Petra sites, the famous Treasury, which simply has to be one of the most magnificent monuments ever created.
This is simply one of the most majestic desert landscapes you are ever likely to witness, a place where orange sands drift against towering red cliffs and immense vistas ride out under vast desert skies. This is a great place to stay for the night, either sleeping wild under the stars or in one of the impressive camps, the best of which is almost certainly Discover Circle, Bedu Camp.
And as dramatic as it is, Wadi Rum has been used as a location in a numerous famous movies.
And finally right in the south is the Red Sea town of Aqaba, which as well as being an important port and modern beach resort for locals, also has its place in history.
With plenty of good walks to be had, horse riding holidays to experience, even great diving in the Red Sea, Jordan also has its fair share of activities to enjoy. At the Feynan Eco Resort it has an award winning ethical hotel, at Karak and Shobak it has Crusader castles and in the Azraq Wetlands it offers some amazing birdwatching.
10 Best Places to Visit in Jordan - Jordan Travel Guide
10 Best Places to Visit in Jordan and Tourist Attractions in Jordan - Jordan Travel Guide and Tips.
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Tour of Amman, Jordan - Delicious JORDANIAN FOOD and Attractions!
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On Day 3 of our trip to Jordan we stayed in Amman, and did lots of the major attractions in Amman, including the historical sites. We also explored downtown Amman, went to the local market, and at some more incredibly good food. Below is everything we did during this packed day of sightseeing in Amman.
1:10 - Shams El Balad Cafe - For breakfast we went to Shams El Balad Cafe, a very nice restaurant and cafe that specializes in local Jordanian food with a fresh and healthy, and also organic twist to it. The place itself is very nice, and sits on a hill overlooking the main downtown area of Amman. We ordered a variety of different food, including some manakish, which is a round of dough baked with toppings including cheese and herbs on top. I also really enjoyed the makdous, preserved eggplant stuffed with nuts, and a certain type of labneh with local herbs. Total price - 28 JD ($39.40) for 4 people
5:35 Amman Citadel - 3 JD ($4.22) - One of the most famous things to do in Amman is visit to Amman Citadel, which is the high point on the hill and formerly was one of the main areas of the city - the lookout and high place of Amman. Located at the Amman Citadel you’ll find layer upon layer of history, and can see all the different civilizations that have once called Amman home. I thought it was amazing, and I especially enjoyed the views of Amman from up there and the temple of Hercules.
7:38 Roman Amphitheater - 2 JD ($2.81) - Right down the hill from the Amman Citadel is the Roman Amphitheater, a stone theater carved into the side of the mountain. When we entered, there was a group of boys singing, and I decided to climb to the top for a view and I was amazing how the sound carried all the way to the top of the bleachers. An amazing historical site of visit.
8:54 Green Almonds and Downtown Amman - One of the best things to do in Amman in my opinion is to walk around downtown where all the action happens. There’s a big central market where you can buy just about anything you’re looking for, including a fresh wet market. When I visited Amman it happened to be almond season, and it was my first time to try green almonds. They were absolutely delicious, and tasted a bit like green apples.
13:01 Habibah Sweets - Probably one of the most famous things to eat in Amman is the kanefeh from a desserts spot in downtown called Habibah Sweets. There’s always a crowd of people standing outside waiting and eating kanafeh, which is a cheese based dessert. It’s pretty good, definitely a place you’ll need to visit in Amman if you enjoy food - especially for sweets. Price for 1 piece of kanafeh - 0.65 JD ($0.91)
14:22 Sufra Restaurant - For lunch we went to Sufra Restaurant, a very nice Jordanian food restaurant, located on Rainbow street. The food was excellent, but the main dish that really stood out to me was the Kofta bi tahini, a bed of minced meat, topped with potatoes and smothered in tahini sauce. Price - about 20 JD ($28.11) per person
19:50 Shawarma Reem and Amman Shawarma Street - Finally for dinner, we headed to what’s unofficially known as the shawarma street in Amman, where there’s about 8 different shawarma restaurants. One of the most famous is Shawarma Reem, for their beef and lamb shawarma - it was a perfect way to end the day.
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Top 10 Attractive Places to Visit in Jordan | Wacky Alan
Surrounded by countries like Syria, Saudi Arabia, Iraq and Israel is the nation of Jordan. Although it is clearly in the heart of the Middle East, Jordan can feel more liberal, progressive and safe than some of its neighbors. As a result, it is the ideal destination for those who want to explore this part of the world. A trip to Jordan offers the chance to visit ancient cities, admire magnificent granite cliffs, see secluded deserts and even swim in the Dead Sea. An overview of the best places to visit in Jordan:
10. Madaba
9. Dana Nature Reserve
8. Aqaba
7. Al-Karak
6. Amman
5. Desert Castles
4. Dead Sea
3. Jerash
2. Wadi Rum
1. Petra
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TRAVEL VLOG | Jordan - Tips & Places
Jordan nine-day journey in April 2018. Friendly people, beduins, red dunes and & hours of driving inside a grey car.
Itinerary:
Day 1, March 29 – Arrival to Amman International Airport, car pick up, sleepover in ‘Salome’ Hotel in Madaba.
Day 2, March 30 – Sightseeing in Madaba: St. George’s Church, Madaba Archeological Park, drive through Al Mujib Dam observation point, arrive at Wadi Musa (Petra), sleepover in ’Seven Wonders’ Hotel.
Day 3, April 1 – Petra: the Siq, Treasury, Monastery
Day 4, April 2 – Petra, drive to Wadi Rum, sunset and dinner, sleepover in ‘Wadi Rum Sky Tours & Camp’.
Day 5, April 3 – Wadi Rum, drive to Aqaba, sleepover in ‘Costa Marina’ Hotel.
Day 6, April 4 – Aqaba, Berinice Tourist Beach Club.
Day 7, April 5 - Drive to the Dead Sea, Wadi Mujib Adventure Site, sleepover in ‘Holiday Inn Resort Dead Sea’.
Day 8, April 6 - The Dead Sea, Bethany Beyond the Jordan, Mount Nebo, Moses Memorial Church, Madaba, sleepover in ‘Madaba 1880’Hotel.
Day 9, April 7 - Car drop off, departure from Amman International Airport.
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Things to See & Do in Madaba - Jordan, Middle East
DBH Unplugged continues its journey through the Kindgom of Jordan to the city of Madaba. Here David tours Saint George's Church, home to the famous mosaic floor map, which is the world's oldest, intact depiction of the Holy Land. This is only the beginning of Madaba's mosaics though, with hundreds more unearthed and on display throughout this 'city of mosaics'. Tour this ancient side of Madaba as David displays the ruins and remains of churches, houses, columns, roads (and of course mosaics) left behind from the Roman period. With sites still being excavated and discovered today, you can get a sense of how important this ancient city has been throughout history. Continue on towards the capital with David for even more temples, theatres, statues and ruins providing more insight into this country's rich history. Tour these amazing sites and get all the history with the DBH Guide: Dead Sea, also available for your Kindle.
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5 Best Places to Visit in Jordan
Jordan is an incredible country that is often overlooked. But I bet after learning about these 5 best places to visit in Jordan you'll quickly be adding this country to your bucket list.
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Top Tourist Attractions in Jordan: Travel Guide
Top Tourist Attractions and beautiful places in Jordan: Travel Guide
Dead Sea, Petra World Heritage Site, Madaba, Wadi Rum, Jerash Ruins, High Place of Sacrifice, Siq, Aqaba, The Treasury Petra, The Citadel Amman, The Jordan Museum Amman, Royal Automobile Museum, Roman Amphitheater Amman
Tour of Jerash - Best Preserved Roman City in the World
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I took a 3 hour guided tour of Jerash which is located just north of Amman. It takes about 25 minutes by car to get there. I did not take a group tour but those options are available.
The city itself is much larger than you first imagine. The history is rich between the transfer of power from for example Greek to Roman, though the history extends before those influences.
The entrance fee was worth it and the guided tour cost me about 50 JD paid directly to the guide upon the end of the tour.
The guide was great! His name is Nader, educated in Canada and well spoken, knowledgeable and a pleasant person to be around. His phone number 00962797795656. Please check the time in Jordan before calling him.
Prepare to do a lot of walking, you can easily do 4-5 miles in the entire complex or just visit the hippodrome, the Roman center and the temple. It's up to you.
The weather in December was about 70F all day in the sun. Bring water and sunblock, sunglasses and hat.
You can also visit the ruins of a Templar castle 15 minutes away if you like that is situated on a big hill. More on that in a future video.
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5 Days in Jordan | Mount Nebo, The BAPTISMAL SITE of JESUS
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