At the cross-roads of east and west Jordan is a treasure trove of historic and religious sites, with ancient temples, mosques and churches, mysterious ruined cities and romantic desert castles. Luckily the country is small enough for visitors to reach many of the major sites with ease, including the capital Amman, the astonishingly well-preserved Greco-Roman ruins of Jerash, the Dead Sea, the legendary historic rose-red city of Petra and the stunning desert landscapes of Wadi Rum.
Highlights of Jordan include:
• Amman, the world's oldest continuously inhabited city
• The ancient and famous Hidden Treasury at Petra
• Greco-Roman ruins at Jerash
• Mosaics of Medaba
• Fortified Kerak Castle
• Buoyant waters of Dead Sea
• Breathtaking desert landscapes of Wadi Rum
Climate:
The climate of Amman is pleasantly temperate. Summers are hot and dry, with cool evenings, temperatures remaining at comfortable levels. Winters are cool to cold and wet. Most rain falls between October and March, and snow can occur.
