Jordan is known for the numerous ancient ruins and monuments that attract a huge number of tourists to visit Jordan over the years. It is known for its extremely friendly and accommodating locals, and for being a destination like no other when it comes to experiencing both modernism and history. However, there is a lot that people do not know about Jordan, things that would make Jordan a great deal more exciting and interesting in the eyes of all its visitors. Some of them might even give you new ideas as to what to do on your upcoming Jordan holidays.
1. Was your favorite movie filmed there?
You have seen Petra in Indiana Jones, and you have seen Wadi Rum in even more well-known movies. Some of the most iconic and most significant scenes from movies like Lawrence of Arabia, The Martian, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Red Planet, and many more were shot right there, in Wadi Rum. You could go and spend the night there at a Bedouin Camp.
2. The Café culture in Amman rivals that of Europe.
The extreme variety of Shisha flavors and the best Turkish coffee make up the perfect combination. However, that is not all. Some cafes hold live music shows every week, they serve the most delicious traditional desserts and have an amazing view of the city.
3. A New World Wonder
Petra, nicknamed the Rose City, is known for its one-of-a-kind architecture that is carved straight into the face of a huge rock. It has been identified as one of the 7 wonders or the World – the new ones, and as a UNESCO World Heritage.
4. The Peace Treaty
Jordan is one of only two Arabic nations who has signed a peace treaty with Israel. By signing the treaty, a 46-year long formal state of war. The other Arabic nation is Egypt.
5. The lowest land point on the entire Earth
When it comes to dry land, the shore of Jordan on the Dead Sea is considered the lowest point on the entire earth. It is scaled to lie at 420 meters below sea level – that is 1,378 feet.
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