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About Jordan

Jordan lies in the heart of the Middle East, bordered by Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Israel and the Palestinian Territories, with a small Red Sea coast at Aqaba. Compact, varied and easy to understand for travelers, it combines desert landscapes, ancient cities, religious heritage and a welcoming urban rhythm, especially in the capital, Amman.

Connections are generally straightforward, with Queen Alia International Airport near Amman serving as the main gateway and King Hussein International Airport in Aqaba offering access to the south. Roads link the country's key regions, making it practical to combine Amman, Jerash, the Dead Sea, Petra, Wadi Rum and Aqaba in one journey.

Jordan's history stretches across Nabataean, Roman, Byzantine, Islamic and Ottoman periods, leaving a rich cultural landscape. Visitors can move from the Roman ruins of Jerash to Amman's Citadel, from the mosaic traditions of Madaba to Mount Nebo, and onward to Petra, the rose-colored Nabataean city carved into sandstone cliffs.

Nature is central to the country's character: the Dead Sea sits far below sea level, Wadi Rum opens into wide desert valleys and dramatic rock formations, and Dana Biosphere Reserve offers rugged trails and rare biodiversity. The climate is mostly dry, with hot summers, cooler highland winters and a calm, sunlit atmosphere.

Social life often revolves around cafés, family gatherings, markets and evening walks, while notable activities include desert camping, hiking, canyoning, floating in the Dead Sea, diving or snorkeling in Aqaba, and exploring traditional souks. Local flavors include mansaf, mezze, falafel, hummus, za'atar, dates, cardamom coffee and sweet knafeh.

Getting around is possible by rental car, private driver, taxis, ride-hailing apps in major cities, intercity buses and organized tours, with domestic flights occasionally useful for quick travel between Amman and Aqaba.