Beside the King’s Highway north of Tafila, Khirbet edh-Dharih is a Nabataean village and sanctuary in a spring-fed valley. This album shows the temple, its central platform, the village, the olive press and the carved decoration.
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Nature reserveAzraq Wetland ReserveA unique oasis near the town of Azraq and its famous castle, in the heart of Jordan’s arid Eastern Desert — a vital stop for migrating birds.Read the guide →
Nature reserveDana Biosphere ReserveJordan’s largest reserve, stretching from mountain ridges down to the desert floor — with hiking trails and ancient sites along the way.Read the guide →
Nature reserveShaumari Wildlife ReserveSee the Arabian oryx brought back from the brink, take a jeep safari and support one of Jordan’s oldest conservation projects.Read the guide →
Nature reserveWadi Rum Protected AreaA World Heritage Site of sandstone mountains and red dunes — jeep tours, camel treks and stargazing under crystal-clear skies.Read the guide →
Nature reserveAjloun Forest Biosphere ReserveA leading eco-tourism destination in northern Jordan, protecting rare oak and pistachio forests and the wildlife that lives in them.Read the guide →Beside the King’s Highway north of Tafila, Khirbet edh-Dharih is a Nabataean village and sanctuary in a spring-fed valley. This album shows the temple, its central platform, the village, the olive press and the carved decoration.



























Khirbet edh-Dharih, Karak & King’s Highway
Karak & King’s Highway
30.9075° N, 35.7029° E
27 photos
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