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Jordan, officially the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, is an Arab country in the Middle East in western Asia. It is bordered by Syria to the north, Iraq to the north-east, Saudi Arabia to the east and south, and Israel to the west. It shares with Israel the coastlines of the Dead Sea, and the Gulf of Aqaba with Israel, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.
Jordan is a Middle Eastern country, bordered by Syria to the north, Iraq to the northeast, Saudi Arabia to the east and south and both Israel and the West Bank to the west. All these border lines add up to 1,619 kilometers (1,006 mi). The Gulf of Aqaba and the Dead Sea also touch the country, and thus Jordan has a coastline of 26 kilometers (16 mi).
Jordan consists mostly of arid desert plateau in the east, with Highland area in the west. The Great Rift Valley of the Jordan River separates Jordan and Israel. The highest point in the country is Jabal Ram (1,734 m; 5,689 ft), while the lowest is the Dead Sea (-486 m; -1,594 ft). Jordan is part of a region considered to be "the cradle of civilization".
Major cities include the capital Amman in the northwest, Irbid and Az Zarqa, both in the north.
The climate in Jordan is dry and hot, since the country is mainly desert. However, the western part of the country receives greater precipitation during the rainy season from November to March.
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan offers an array of options for the adventurous traveler. Located in a politically hot neighborhood, Jordan borders present day countries Saudi Arabia, Syria, Israel, West Bank, Iraq, and Egypt via the Red Sea.
Tourism accounts for a large part of Jordan's economy. Jordanian hospitality is well noted by its rash of western tourists.
The most frequented location in Jordan is the ancient Nabataeans city of Petra. Petra, once a major player along the trade routes, is considered one of the modern wonders of the world.
Tourism is a very important sector of the Jordanian economy. In addition to the country's political stability, the geography offered makes Jordan an attractive tourist destination. Jordan's major tourist activities include visiting numerous ancient places and unspoilt natural locations to observing the cultural and religious sites and traditions. The best known attractions include:
Ancient sightseeing:
Petra in Ma'an, the home of Nabateans, is a complete city carved in a mountain. The rocks are colorful, mostly pink, and the entrance to the ancient city is a 1.25km narrow crack in the mountain - called the Siq. In the city are various structures, all (except 2) are carved into rock, including the al Khazneh - otherwise known as the Treasury - which is now nominated by the New Seven Wonders organisation to be one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Other major sites of interest in Petra include the Monastery, the Roman theatre, the Royal Tombs, the the High Place of Sacrifice. Petra was rediscovered for the western world by Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt in 1812. Umm Qais, a town located on the site of the ruined Hellenistic-Roman city of Gadara. Ajlun, famous for the Islamic al-Rabadh Castle. Jerash, famous for its its ancient Roman architecture, including the colonnaded streets, arches, Roman theatres, and the Oval Plaza. Amman contains the Roman theater, in addition to several museums, where one may find remains of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Al Karak contains an important castle from the times of Salah al-Din, known as Al-Karak Castle. Religion-related Madaba, well known for its mosaics, as well as important religious sites such as: The Madaba Map. The River Jordan, which is the river where Jesus Christ was baptised, by John the Baptist. Mount Nebo, where Moses was said to have gone to get a view of the Promised Land before he died.
Seaside:
The Dead Sea - It is the lowest point on earth, 402 meters below sea level, and becomes 1 meter lower each year. It is located near River Jordan. Aqaba is a town on the shore of the Gulf of Aqaba with numerous shopping centers, hotels and access to water sports.
Other Tourist Sites:
Wadi Rum is a desert full of mountains and hills located south of Jordan. It is popular for its sights in addition to a variety of sports that are practiced there, such as rock-climbing. It is also known for its connection to Lawrence of Arabia. Amman is a very modern city with lots of malls[disambiguation needed], shopping centers, hotels and an ancient Roman amphitheatre etc. Mahis with Important religious sites, and wonderful landscape. Al-Omwia's Palace which placed to the north east of Jordan, with Islamic design.
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