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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 Forest Reserve
Ajloun Forest Reserve is located in the Ajloun highlands north of
Amman and covers 13 square kilometers. It is dominated by open woodlands of
Evergreen Oak, Pine, Carob, Wild Pistachio and Wild Strawberry tree. These
trees have been important to local people for their wood, scenic beauty, and
quite often for medicine and food. The Ajloun area has a long history of human
settlement, due to its mild climate, dense forests, and fertile soil. This rich
history is reflected in the many archaeological ruins scattered in the
wood-lands and surrounding villages. The reserve itself supports a wide variety
of wild plants and animals and is a peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature.
Among the more unusual animals to be found in the Reserve are the Striped
Hyena, Crested Porcupine and Stone Marten. In spring, the reserve is a carpet
of wild flowers, including drifts of anemones and rock roses.
Places to stay at
Ajloun Forest Reserve:
They provide two different types of accommodation, both located in
a large grassy clearing on the edge of the Forest and offering beautiful views
of the Reserve and beyond:
v Ajloun
Cabins
Five
beautifully designed cabins provide the perfect way for you to experience
nature with some additional luxury. Each cabin has comfort and style and is
equipped with a private bathroom and a small terrace that invites you to sit
for hours enjoying the soft breeze and rolling forest vistas These cabins are
open all year round, and at full capacity, house 20 people.
v Ajloun
Bungalows
Enjoy
the original Ajloun experience in any of our 10 four-person tented bungalows,
accommodating up to 40 people, with nearby showers and toilets. The bungalows
are open from April 1st to October 31st.
Things to do at
Ajloun Forest Reserve:
v Exploring
The
only way to experience Ajloun Forest Reserve is by foot. Enjoy hiking through
oak forests dotted with pistachio and oriental strawberry trees, catch
breathtaking views overlooking villages and Roman remains or catch a glimpse of
snow-capped Jebel Sheikh Mountain in southern Syria on a clear day. Witness the
exceptional beauty of these trails in spring, when the reserve is dotted with
wild flowers. Please note that some of the trails may be closed in bad weather.
Trails are open from April 1st to October 31st, and depend on the weather’s
conditions.
v Bird
Watching
Enjoy
bird watching from a comfortable wooden bird hide and you may be lucky enough
to see a Jackal or wild boar, as well as a variety of woodland birds.
v Shopping
Browse
through the Nature Shop and find truly original gifts and souvenirs. This shop
contains nature crafts produced by the local people at the reserves. It is open
for visitors daily from 8.00 am to 4.00 p.m.
v Dining
Enjoy
Al Fresco dining at the reserve’s restaurant with winning local flavors.
v Conference
& Workshops
Hold
small conferences, workshops, and retreats. Ajloun’s conference/training room
is equipped with slide and overhead projectors, flip charts, data show,
computer and video.
Ajloun Forest Reserve Tours
Here are some popular itineraries that include a visit to Ajloun Forest Reserve Alternatively, if you would like to include a visit to Ajloun Forest Reserve on a bespoke touring itinerary to Jordan, take a look at our private tours or drop us an E-mail for specific arrangements.