Tag Archives: Travel to Jordan
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Places to visit in Jordan: The Amman Citadel
Posted on April 16, 2013 by admin in Attractions, Blog.Amman is the capital and largest city in Jordan. Amman serves as the country’s cultural, political, and commercial center. It has a long history and was inhibited by several civilization. During 13th century BC, Amman was called Rabbath Ammon by the Ammonites. It was later conquered by the Assyrians, followed by the Persians, and then the Macedonians. Ptolemy II, the […]
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Places to visit in Jordan: The Dead Sea
Posted on April 6, 2013 by admin in Attractions, Blog.Located in the Jordan Valley and approximately 55 km southeast of Amman you can find the lowest point on earth, the Dead Sea. The name Dead Sea refers to the fact, that no organic life can exist to its waters due to high salinity. The lake is 75 kms long and 6 to 16 kms wide, mainly supplied by […]
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Horses, Camels and Donkeys in Petra
Posted on March 24, 2013 by admin in Attractions, Blog.When visiting Petra you have to be prepared for walking to be able to experience one of the great site in the world. For the ones who are less active, there are some possibilities to limit your efforts. First of all, the entrance ticket Petra includes a short horse ride from the Visitor Centre to […]
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Tawaheen Al Hawa Restaurant Amman
Posted on March 21, 2013 by admin in Blog, Food.The Taween Al Hawa is a large restaurant in Amman where you find locals and tourists alike. When the weather is fine it is best to sit outside in the large yard or even the rooftop. The menu offers wide variety of Middle Eastern cuisine like mezze, grilled chicken, kebab, seafood and much more. You […]
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Best time to visit Jordan
Posted on March 20, 2013 by admin in Blog, Infos.Have you ever wondered when is the best time to explore and see Jordan? As a traveler you consider factors when deciding when to go to your dream holiday gate away destination. You check the weather condition, the best deals, all the possible itineraries that you can see and activities you can do while you […]
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Islamic Site in Jordan
Posted on March 17, 2013 by admin in Attractions, Blog.Islamic Site in Jordan: The Blessed Tree Near the town Safawi, in the area of Mafraq, east of Amman you can find The Blessed Tree. Here Prophet Mohammad met as a young boy Bahira, the Christian monk who foretold his career as prophet. The meeting happened in the shade of a tree, when Mohammad was traveling […]
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Wadi Rum Jeep Tours
Posted on March 13, 2013 by admin in Attractions, Blog.Wadi Rum desert, also known as Valley of the Moon, is one of the most popular destinations in Jordan. Located in the south of the country the protected area covers 720 square kilometers of dramatic wilderness with mountains, canyons, sand dunes and impressing scenery. Since June 2011 Wadi Rum is inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List, […]
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Travel Distance in Jordan
Posted on March 7, 2013 by admin in Blog, Infos.Curious about the distances between Amman Airport to the City of Amman? How many hours drive is Petra from Amman? How many km is Petra to the the desert of Wadi Rum? And other distances and travel time from one destination to the next in Jordan. To have an idea below is the table of […]
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Spice Shop in Downtown Amman
Posted on March 6, 2013 by admin in Blog, Food.A spice is a dried seeds, fruits, roots, barks or other vegetative substances. The primary use of spice is for flavoring, preserving or coloring of food and to hide other flavors. They are different from herbs which are usually part of a leafy plants and used for garnish and flavoring. Use of spice is prominent in meat because of its […]
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Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts Amman
Posted on March 2, 2013 by admin in Attractions, Blog.If you are interested in Islamic art, the National Gallery of Fine Arts in Amman is a place to go. The gallery is run since 1980 by the Royal Society of Fine Arts, a non-profit organization. According to them the collection comprises over 2,000 works including paintings, sculptures, photographs, installations and ceramics by more than […]
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Packing List Jordan
Posted on February 28, 2013 by admin in Blog, Infos.Naturally you will take with you everyday items of toiletries and clothing. Just keep in mind, Jordan is a Muslim country and conservatively dressing is recommended, guideline is to cover shoulders and knees. The following checklist should help you packing other essentials. As a general rule, you should always try to keep the weight of […]
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Museum Of Popular Tradition
Posted on February 26, 2013 by admin in Attractions, Blog.Located in the eastern section of the Roman Theater in Amman, this museum displays the traditional costumes of Jordanians, including embroidery and antique jewelry, as well as domestic utensils. It also houses a collection of mosaics from some Byzantine churches in Jordan. Opening hours: 8.00-16.00 in winter, 8.00-18.30 in summer Opening Days: daily except Tuesday […]
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Is it safe to travel to Jordan?
Posted on February 25, 2013 by admin in Blog, Infos.Is it safe to travel to Jordan? Jordan has the reputation to be a very safe and secure country by global and regional standards, and despite regional turmoil, Jordan remains one of the safest countries to visit in the Middle East. It is not only safe, it is also welcoming. This is the […]
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Allenby Bridge/King Hussein Border Crossing
Posted on February 24, 2013 by admin in Blog, Infos.The Allenby Bridge, also known as King Hussein Bridge, is one of 3 border crossings between Jordan and Israel/Palestine. The Allenby Bridge connects with the West Bank and this side is controlled by Israeli authorities. Just as note, Israeli citizens are not allowed to use the bridge. The crossing is open every day, closed on […]
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Ajloun Forest Reserve Jordan
Posted on February 23, 2013 by admin in Attractions, Blog.Ajloun Forest Reserve At the week end we decided to visit the Ajloun Forest Reserve, about 80 kms north of Amman. We took the old Amman road, and the ride is already an experience. First passing by several garden centers, later, closer to Jerash, you find in this season vendors along the road, selling fruits […]
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