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About Jordan
A kingdom
at peace moving definitely into the future, Jordan is a land
steeped in history. It has been home to some of mankind's
earliest settlements and villages, and remains of many of
the world's great civilizations can still be seen today. As
the crossroads of the Middle East, the lands of Jordan have
served as a strategic road connecting Asia, Africa and
Europe. Therefore, since the dawn of civilization, Jordan's
geography has given it an important role to play as a
conduit for trade and communications, connecting east and
west, north and south. Jordan continues to play this role
today.
Jordan
a young country dense with history, full of natural wonders
and historical sites, a well-traveled bridge between sea and
desert, east and west, situated just east of the Jordan
River, it continues to be a bridge between ancient and
modern civilizations and an open air museum in almost all
its entirety.
Jordan
is a country for all seasons. In winter it offers therapy at
the
Dead Sea, the lowest
point on earth where "floating" rather than "swimming" is a
unique adventure in the extremely saline and mineral rich
waters.
In summer,
Petra, the ancient red-rose
city carved in mountain rock is your ultimate and astonishing
destination. It is as beautiful to see as are the northern parts of
the country,
Umm Qais,
Jerash with its wonderfully
preserved Roman ruins, or the capital,
Amman, and the mosaic city of
Madaba. A world of mystery and
wonderful hospitality is open for you just east of the River Jordan.
All year round the crystalline Red Sea waters are famous all
over the world for the richness of their submarine corals,
considered as a paradise for divers.
Shopping bargains,
souvenirs, excellent oriental and international cuisine,
aromas, flavors, colors and most of all smiling and friendly
people will mix and blend to make your stay in Jordan a
memorable one.
For More
information please visit
Jordan Tourism Board.
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