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Highlights of Jordan
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Amman
Amman, the capital of Jordan, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world,
situated between the desert and the fertile Jordan Valley. The city’s modern buildings blend with the
remnants of ancient civilizations. The profusion of gleaming white houses, kebab stalls and tiny
outdoor cafes where rich Arabian coffee is sipped, conjure a mood straight from a thousand-and-one
nights. The greatest charm of Amman is found in the open hospitality of its residents. Visitors to Amman,
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and the rest of Jordan, are constantly surprised by the genuine warmth with which they are greeted.
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Jerash & Ajloun
Just one-hour from Amman is the astounding ancient city of Jerash, one of the largest and well
preserved sites of Roman architecture. You’ll be transported back in time to 2000 years ago as you walk
along the colonnaded streets with its bath houses, theaters, plazas and arches – all in exceptional
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condition. The road to Ajloun, west of Jerash, winds through fertile green hillsides lined with pine
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forests and olive groves. Here, discover ancient sites, including water mills, forts and villages.
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Ajloun Castle, beautifully preserved, dominates the three main routes leading to the Jordan Valley.
Madaba & Mt. Nebo
South from Amman along the 5,000-year-old King’s Highway is Madaba, known as “The City of
Mosaics.” Under many homes one can find fine Byzantine mosaics; many have been excavated and
on display in the town’s museum. Madaba is home to the oldest surviving mosaic map of the
Holyland. Just a short distance west of Madaba is Mount Nebo, believed to be where Moses viewed
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the “Promised Land” and where, according to tradition, he is buried. Nearby, Mt. Nebo offers a
fantastic panoramic view (on a clear day) of the Dead Sea, Jordan River, Bethlehem and Jerusalem.
DeadSea & Aqaba
With superb new hotels, and one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the world, the Dead
Sea in Jordan has become a world-class resort. Its attraction is due to its unique combination of:
the chemical composition of its water, filtered sunrays and oxygen-rich air, mineral-rich black
mud along the shoreline and the adjacent fresh waters and thermal mineral springs. Flanked by
mountains to the east and Jerusalem to the west, Jordan’s Dead Sea has a historical and spiritual
legacy of its own as it is believed to be the site of five biblical cities: Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah,
Zebouin and Zoar. Aqaba, Jordan’s seaside resort on the Red Sea is popular amongst all age groups.
This bustling city is blessed with sunny and inviting weather year-round, fabulous hotels, great
water sports and an abundance of night life. This city is a great choice for a relaxing extension to
any Jordan touring program.
Kerak
Approaching Kerak, the striking silhouette of this fortified town and castle will instantly make you
understand why the fates of kings and nations were decided here for millennia. The magnificent
Crusader fortress of Kerak soars above its valleys and hills like a great ship riding waves of rock. But
Kerak’s origins go back long before the Crusaders; the earliest remains are Iron Age, shortly after
the Exodus, when this was a part of Moab. Kerak is still a largely Christian town, and many of
today’s Christian families trace their origins back to the Byzantines.
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Petra
Although much has been written about the “Rose-Red” City of Petra, you’re never quite prepared
for what you are about to see. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is often described as the eighth
wonder of the ancient world, and is, without doubt, Jordan’s most valuable treasure. The city was
carved into the sheer rock face by the Nabataeans, turning it into an important junction for the
silk, spice and other trade routes that linked China, India and southern Arabia with Egypt, Syria,
Greece and Rome. You’ll truly be overwhelmed by the natural beauty of Petra and its outstanding
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architectural achievements – don’t miss it!
Cover Photo: Petra Bedouin watching the sunset from ElDeir (The Monastery)
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