- Location
9km northwest of Madaba, 35 km southwest of Amman
- Built
4th Century AD
- Admission Fee
Residents – 3 JOD
Non-residents – 3 JOD
- 4 x 4 Required
NO
- GPS
North 31° 46′ 3″
East 35° 43′ 33″
- Google Rating
Rated 4.6 out of 5
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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 →
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 →Residents – 3 JOD
Non-residents – 3 JOD
North 31° 46′ 3″
East 35° 43′ 33″
Mount Nebo, located in western Jordan, is a revered biblical site believed to be where Prophet Moses saw the Promised Land before his passing. Standing at 817 meters above sea level, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and even Jerusalem on clear days.
The site features the Memorial Church of Moses, a Byzantine-era church with stunning mosaic floors dating back to the 6th century AD. Pilgrims and visitors can also see the Brazen Serpent Monument, symbolising Moses’ staff. Today, Mount Nebo remains an important spiritual and historical destination, drawing both religious travellers and history enthusiasts.