
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 →
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 →Reopenings, restorations, new finds and travel updates from Jordan, written for people planning a visit.
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Travel to Jordan resumes as flights restart and tourist sites reopen during a fragile ceasefire, offering cautious optimism for visitors.

Celebrate the New Year 2026 with AncientJordan. We invite travelers to discover, explore, and enjoy Jordan’s timeless heritage.

Join Chef Seung Hye Kwon from Manna Korean Bistro for a home-style Korean street food experience at Cozmo 7th Circle.

Discover the newly restored Qatrana Castle in Jordan — a historic Ottoman fortress reborn as a cultural tourism destination along the ancient Hajj route.

Ancient Jordan celebrates 100,000,000 Google Maps views, highlighting global interest in Jordan’s rich archaeological sites and cultural heritage.

Explore the history of Christianity in Jordan at a special Vatican exhibition. Discover ancient churches, mosaics, and sacred sites.

Wondering if the Rehab Churches in Al-Mafraq are worth visiting with your Jordan Pass? Explore Madaba, Umm Ar-Rassas, and Jerash instead.

Discover a 2nd-century A.D. Nabataean relief of an armed horse rider, preserved as a building block in Karak Castle, Jordan.

Discover the Jordan Pass, your all-in-one ticket to explore Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerash, and over 40 top attractions in Jordan.

Plan your visit to Jordan’s top tourist attractions, archaeological sites, and museums with updated opening hours for Petra, Jerash, Wadi Rum, and more.

Situated in the picturesque village of Iraq Al-Amir, the Women’s Cooperative Association is a workshop, restaurant and a rest stop for visitors.

Read about a site here, then see it for yourself. Tell us which places caught your eye and we’ll plan a private day around them.