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  • Al'Aqaba

    Aqaba is THE beach resort in Jordan. Located on the shores of the Red Sea, just across the water from Eilat in Israel, visitors to Aqaba can enjoy relaxing on the beach in the sun, and diving in the teeming

    Explore Al'Aqaba

  • Amman

    Amman, the capital of Jordan, has some really unattractive suburbs, but at the heart of the city centre lies a place full of charm and life. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is full of relics

    Explore Amman

  • Petra

    Petra is a magical place and Jordan's must-see site. You must take the time to explore the ancient city of the Nabateans, one of the Unesco World Heritage Sites. The site was kept secret by the Bedouin

    Explore Petra

  • The Dead Sea

    To come and stay on the shores of the Dead Sea for a few days is an odd but wonderous experience for many visitors: indeed, being able to float on water while reading a newspaper can turn out to be an

    Explore The Dead Sea

In brief+

Weekly budget
£unconfirmed
Flight budget
£unconfirmed
Flight duration
 
Time difference
Summer/Winter
Visa
Yes
Vaccinations
Yes
Currency
Dinar jordanien
Language(s)
arabic

Overview

Jordan

Travel alert (FCO - last updated 9 November 2011):
There are no perceptible security threats to visitors of Jordan, and although there have been protests which have remained peaceful, travellers are advised to avoid public demonstrations. The majority of visits to the country are without complications.

Bordered by the Dead Sea and the Red sea, Jordan has become a leading cultural destination. From Petra, the Nabataean city, to the beaches of the Gulf of Aqaba, through to the Negev desert, Jordan is about sports, relaxation and culture. Do not hesitate to follow the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia and the Bedouins, at the crossroads of the Phoenician, Greek, Roman and Byzantine civilisations where you will meet very welcoming people.

pros

  •  Jordanian hospitality (notably Bedouins).
  •  Amazing natural diversity (wooded hills, terrace cultivation and the fertile valley of the Jordan in the northwest, the Aqaba seaside resort on the Red Sea, desert in the east, turbulent relief in the south...)
  •  The rich cultural heritage (ancient cities, biblical sites, Oemyyade castles, Crusaders' fortresses...)

cons

  •  Lodging: the hotel classification is not easily determined and quality varies. Petra and Aqada face lodging problems in peak seasons, spring and beginning autumn.
  •  Handicraft: buying souvenirs won't ruin you but most articles are imported from Syria (marquetry), Jerusalem (Hebron glassworks and coloured earthenware from the West Bank), Egypt (perfumes, copper), Iran (miniatures) or Afghanistan (jewels).

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Our Editorial team's advice

The enthralling beauty of Jordan's landscapes and ancient sites will win you over. Our advice is to take your time. In Petra, go for the three-day access ticket (it is 30 dinars (£30) so don't lose it). Another site worth visiting is Wadi Rum. A tour in this mythical desert is worth taking, but do not go there unaccompanied; you can rent a chauffeur-guide driven jeep from Aqada or at the Rest House at the entrance to the desert. Unless you prefer hiking on a camel's back, it is a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the hospitality of Bedouins who welcome you in their tent and give you a taste of the cardamom-coffee ritual.

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