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Yes, we are a small country in capacity, but we are rich in history, civilizations, and natural resources
Jordan is one of the most beautiful Arab countries, and you can’t
know the amount of its beauty until you visit it. It is safe from all the
difficult events taking place in the world and this makes it an ideal place for
tourism and spends a special time.
The Kingdom is characterized by a great variety of tourist
products, despite the small area of Jordan, where historical sites and
archaeological spread from the north, where the archaeological cities of Jerash
and Um Qais passaging through the Jordan Great Rift Valley to the Baptism site,
located near the Jordan River and the lowest point in the world, the Dead Sea.
Farther south where the Red Rose city of Petra “The Nabateans capital and one
of the wonders of the world”. Also, Jordan is very safe and stable, despite to
what is happening in the region.
The tourism resources can be classified
into the following categories:
v Historical
and Archaeological Resources: This category encompasses the remnants of ancient
civilizations that once inhabited the region. Notable sites include the
globally renowned Petra (a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven
Wonders of the World), the Jordan River, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Jerash, Amman, and
various medieval mosques and churches.
v Natural
Resources: This category includes areas characterized by significant landscapes
and seascapes. Notable destinations within this classification are Aqaba, Wadi
Rum, and Natural Reserves that extend across the country.
v Cultural
Resources: This category is primarily focused on cultural experiences,
including shopping districts, galleries, events, handcrafts, and festivals.
v Therapeutic
Resources: Comprising mainly locations like the Dead Sea, as well as areas
featuring waterfalls and hot springs, such as Ma’in Hot Springs and others.
These locations offer therapeutic and rejuvenating experiences for visitors.
Here is an overview of the best places to visit in Jordan
Ajloun Castle
Ajloun is located in the north-west of Jordan, just a short drive from Jerash through Jordan Valley passing by pine forest, and olive grove along the way to the ancient Castle. Ajloun is a remarkably well preserved and a prime example of Islamic military architecture of the 12th and 13th centuries. This Fortress built in 1184 AD by the Islamic leader of Izz al-Din Usama, one of the leaders of Saladin to control the iron mines of Ajloun as well as defending the area from the Crusaders invasions.
The location of the Castle on the highest hill in the area, gives it a strategically spot, offering bird’s-eye views over the surrounding valleys and mountains over the Jordan Valley. The Castle itself was also part of a postal road, where homing pigeons were used to transfer messages to the surrounding areas. The castle occupies a commanding position on Jebel Auf with views over the countryside. In its heyday it had seven towers and was enclosed by a dry moat 15 metres deep. Inside it is a maze of interlinking rooms and tunnels. Although the castle was destroyed on several occasions by attacking forces and earthquakes, it was rebuilt each time and restoration work is ongoing.
Also, you can visit the Rajab region, which includes a collection of churches dated back to the Byzantine Empire during the 6th century AD, with its floor decorated with inscriptions and inscriptions in the Syriac language “A dialect of Middle Aramaic”. Do not miss visiting the site of St. Elias, the birthplace of the prophet Elias, where there is a church at the top of the hill.
Ajloun Castle Tours
Here are some popular itineraries that include a visit to Ajloun Alternatively, if you would like to include a visit to Ajloun on a bespoke touring itinerary to Jordan, take a look at our private tours or drop us an E-mail for specific arrangements.