Five Must-See Places In Jordan

Jordan is famous for its ancient monuments, stunning landscapes, seaside resorts, archaeological sites, and nature reserves. It is widely known as one of the Middle East’s safest destinations. If you love discovering new places, you should visit Jordan at least once in your life.

The five must-see places in Jordan are Petra, Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, Jerash, Ajloun and Amman.

Jordan sits at the crossroads of three continents: Asia, Africa, and Europe. You will enjoy the country’s unique hospitality, beautiful weather and local dishes, one of the tastiest and healthiest you can have in the region.

So, if you want to experience some of the best places in Jordan, here is a list of five must-see places.

Petra/Rose City

Located in Jordan’s southeastern desert, Petra is one of the world’s seven wonders.

The city is famous for its rose-red sandstone rocky facades, tombs, and temples. In addition, Petra is renowned for its cultural heritage, highlighted by an impressive civilisation.

The city of Petra is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. It is located 240 kilometres south of the capital Amman and 120 kilometres north of the red seaport of Aqaba, and it is a popular haven for tourists from all over the world.

Petra was once the thriving capital and trading centre of the Nabataean empire between 400BC & 106AD. Its rock-cut architecture, which contains royal tombs, temples, and the private Nabatean treasury, is a centre of attraction to many tourists.

Entrance to the Siq

Visiting Petra will allow you experience the incredible scale of Petra. The front entrance, known as the SIQ, takes you through narrow, towering canyons that make you feel like you’re in a movie. The Treasury and monastery, the city’s most prominent monument, which dates back to 2,000 years, will leave you awe-struck!

No ancient city is complete without historical sites, and Petra has enough. Places like The Siq, one of Petra’s iconic landmarks, is the gateway into the city. It is a naturally formed rock that opens up onto The Treasury.

Another place to visit is The Great Temple, the largest ruin in Petra Archaeological Park. You can explore this sprawling ruin of fallen columns, floral carvings and crumbling walls.

Other places to visit in Petra are The Winged Lion Temple, The Byzantine Church, The Temple of Qasr al-Bint, The Garden Triclinium, and The Street of Facades.

Wadi Rum

Magnificent rock formations, the thrill of a glorious desert sunset, breathtaking landscape, the tantalising tastes of traditional foods, and the warmth of Bedouin hospitality make Wadi Rum one of the best places to visit in Petra.

Also known as “the valley of the moon“, it is a valley cut into southern Jordan’s sandstone and granite rock. With its uniquely-shaped massive mountains and vast, beautiful deserts, it is one of the most stunning deserts in the world and a must-visit tourist attraction site.

If you’re a fan of Hollywood, Wadi Rum will remind you of old and new films, such as the 1962 classic Lawrence of Arabia. A visit to Wadi Rum will make you understand why it is a choice location for filmmakers.

There are so many fun activities to do in Wadi Rum. For example, the sunset drive around a large rocky outcrop or the jeep tour is an incredible experience. A camel ride touring the local area is ideal for starting a day by sunrise.

Wadi Rum has enormous dunes you will enjoy playing in. You can camp overnight and watch the spectacular stars for the best of nights. While at it, you must not miss out on the traditional Bedouin feast.

Tourists can camp here in luxury panoramic tents to enjoy the clear night skies, where all the stars are visible.

Your trip to Jordan is never complete with a full tour of Wadi Rum. You can relish the movie-like experience and be ready to take some of your best photographs ever.

Dead Sea

A one-hour drive from Jerusalem, the Dead Sea is an exciting water body that attracts thousands of tourists. The sea’s reported healing properties, the water’s high mineral content, and the rich nutrients in the mud are some of the highlights of the sea.

According to biblical stories, the Dead Sea land was once abundant with life and water, but God made it rain fire and brimstone on the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah turning the once plentiful region into a wasteland.

It is mentioned repeatedly as “Salt Sea”, “Sea of Arabah” and “Eastern Sea” and referenced in various stories like that of Lot’s wife.

According to the book, two angels visit Lot and his family and urge them to flee before the incoming apocalypse. They cautioned them not to turn back, but Lot’s wife could not help but glance behind her and she turned into a pillar of salt. To this day, nestled at the Mount of Sodom, near the lake, her pillar remains.

Deep in the Jordan valleys and southeast of Amman, the Dead Sea is one of the world’s most spectacular natural and spiritual landscapes. It is the lowest body of water on earth and the world’s richest natural salt source.

Happy woman enjoying vacation in Dead Sea.

The mud found on the Dead Sea floor is good for your skin because it is high in sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. Also, the high salt level in the water makes it inhabitable for any animal life or plant. So if you are worried about strange things brushing your legs in the open water, you have nothing to worry about.

The Dead sea has also metamorphosed into a significant focus of religious, health and wellness tourism.

Did you know that whoever enters the Dead sea floats immediately?

Yes! So there’s no way but one, you can drown there, and that’s because of the high salt concentration, so no one’s dying in this dead sea.

Amman

World-class museums, ancient history, excellent food and fantastic nightlife. Why would you not want to visit Amman? Amman is the capital city of Jordan, and it was initially built on seven hills, but now it spreads over at least 19 hills.

This beautiful city is adorned with ancient historic ruins like the citadel, Roman theatres, the temple of Hercules and many more dating from the stone age to the Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Islamic Eras, making it a fantastic tourist destination.

Amman’s history is evident in its diverse people and unique architecture. This city is home to a multi-cultural and multi-denominational population who are well educated and hospitable. They welcome visitors and take pride in showing them around their vibrant city.

Enjoy the stunning natural scenery and exquisite food available.

Jerash And Ajloun

Jerash

Jerash is one of the most important and best preserved Greco-Roman cities in the middle east. The city is situated in the north of Jordan towards Syria. April 2019

Suppose you are looking for a historical holiday. In that case, Jerash is arguably one of the best destinations you can visit in Jordan. Jerash makes you feel like you have stepped back in time.

Jerash is situated in a region bordered by forested hills and fertile basins. It was conquered by General Pompey in 63 BC and became one of the 10 important Roman towns of Decapolis. Ancient Jerash was an urban settlement with eccentric architectural constructions adorned with marble and granite. Its architecture was so advanced that large parts of the city are still standing today,

The fountains, temples, stunning theatres, public squares, plazas, baths and city walls are in impeccable condition. Jerash was also buried under sand, which accounts for its remarkable condition. It is often referred to as the “Pompeii of the Middle East“.

There are many incredible things to see in Jerash. One of the most notable is Hadrian’s arch. It was built in 129 to celebrate Emperor Hadrian’s visit, and today, it remains an impressive sight.

From the arch, you can connect with the Hippodrome. It is one of the most photographed sights in Jerash. It has an oval-shaped plaza with many columns.

The Temple of Artemis, Peter and Paul Church, Northern Theatre, and Cardo Maximus are other places to visit.

Jerash hosts a festival for culture and arts every July, one of the year’s significant events.

Ajloun

Home to the famous Ajloun castle, constructed between 1184 and 1188 as a military fort to protect the region from invading crusaders. The town has a rich religious history and ancient landmarks that make it unique.

Inside Aljoun Castle – a photo here won’t be bad

Situated in the fertile highlands of North Jordan, Ajloun is a 19 minutes drive from Jerash. With its 10-century history, it is surrounded by some of the best natural scenery in Jordan.

Tell Mar Elias Ruins is among the historical places in Ajloun. If you are interested in hiking, safari, or camping, the Ajloun Forest Reserve is where to be.

Conclusion

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