Why Jordan belongs on your list
Jordan packs ancient wonders, desert landscapes and warm hospitality into a compact, easy-to-travel country. These six cities each offer something distinct, from world-famous archaeology to seaside diving.
Amman
The capital is known for its layered history and lively food scene. Wander the hilltop Amman Citadel for Roman and Umayyad ruins, then descend to the restored 6,000-seat Roman Theatre downtown. Don't miss a plate of knafeh in the bustling al-Balad district.
Highlight: Sunset over the city from Jabal al-Qal'a (the Citadel).
Petra (Wadi Musa)
The town of Wadi Musa is the gateway to Petra, Jordan's UNESCO-listed Nabataean city carved into rose-red cliffs. Walk the narrow Siq to the Treasury (Al-Khazneh), then climb 800 steps to the Monastery.
Highlight: Petra by Night, when 1,500 candles light the Siq.
Aqaba
Jordan's only coastal city sits on the Red Sea and is known for diving and beach resorts. The warm, clear water hides coral reefs and wrecks like the Cedar Pride.
Highlight: Snorkeling or diving among the reefs just offshore.
Jerash
One of the best-preserved Roman provincial cities in the world, Jerash is famous for its colonnaded streets and the Oval Plaza. Time your visit for the summer Jerash Festival.
Highlight: The towering Temple of Artemis and the hippodrome.
Madaba
Known as the "City of Mosaics," Madaba is home to the 6th-century Madaba Map, the oldest surviving map of the Holy Land, set in the floor of St. George's Church.
Highlight: A short drive to Mount Nebo, where Moses is said to have viewed the Promised Land.
Dead Sea (Sweimeh)
The resort area of Sweimeh sits on the lowest point on Earth. The mineral-rich water lets you float effortlessly, and the black mud is prized for the skin.
Highlight: Floating at sunset with a thermal mud wrap afterward.
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