
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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In the Keep of Karak Crusader Castle in Jordan, the interplay of light against the ancient stone wall is a mesmerising sight.

Explore the Apostles Church mosaic in Madaba, a stunning Byzantine-era masterpiece featuring intricate designs of nature and biblical themes.

Experience authentic Jordanian cuisine at Azraq Palace Restaurant, located near Qasr Al-Azraq and Azraq Wetland Reserve.

Discover the Dar As Saraya Osmanli Museum in Irbid, Jordan, a historic Ottoman-era landmark showcasing archaeological artifacts.

Discover MEGA-Jordan a geographic information system (GIS), and digital platform for managing Jordan’s archaeological sites.

Was Tell El-Hammam in Jordan destroyed by a comet impact? Could this be the biblical city of Sodom? Explore the mystery!

Discover 5,000-year-old rock art at Jawa, Jordan, featuring ancient carvings of animals, humans, and symbols from 3,000 BC.

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