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jordan
Carved into the rose-coloured sandstone rock face
over 2000 years ago, the imposing facades of Petra’s
famous Monastery and Treasury are Jordan’s most
remarkable sight. Their grand columns and
cornices stretch magnificently skywards and
remain as awe-inspiring today as when
re-discovered 200 years ago.
At the Dead Sea, cover each other in the renowned
healing properties of the mineral-rich mud and
effortlessly float on the water’s surface at the lowest
point on earth. Visit Jerash, a city once buried
underground thus preserving much of its
ancient architecture.
Follow in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia to the
windswept hills of Wadi Rum, one of the most
exhilarating and profound desert landscapes in the
world. Breathe in all the chronicles of its beguiling
history as a sparkling moon and a clear celestial
sphere take force in Jordan’s warm night air,
swaddling you in Arabian dreams.
Absorb the venerated holy site of Mount Nebo,
following the biblical route Moses was prohibited
to take by the King of Edom. And after engaging in
the ancient world, travel south to the Red Sea resort
of Aqaba, diving into azure seas and absorbing a
marine playground, dwelling place of dazzling
coral reefs.
Jordan is a destination of iconic images, ancient
stories, enchanting myths and bewitching desert
landscape. It is a place where history broods. Let
Jordan captivate your imagination and experience
this mesmerising country with Kuoni.
general
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flying time h Jordan 5¼ hours
time difference h Jordan GMT +2 hours
visa info h Visa is required for all UK passport holders
(available on arrival).
climate h November to April can be cold. March to May and
October to November are the most pleasant times to visit. July and
August are the hottest months and temperatures can exceed 40°C.
key events h
09 Jul-07 Aug: Ramadan – The holy month. During this period
there may be restrictions on alcohol consumption, restaurant
facilities and entertainment.
04 Nov: Islamic New Year – A cultural event on the first day of
Muharram, the first month in the Islamic calendar.
07 Aug: Eid ul-Fitr – A muslim holiday to mark the end of Ramadan.
April: Amman International Theatre Festival – An annual festival
with performances mainly in Arabic and English.
October: Jordan International Rally.