Introduction of tourist attractions in Jordan Valley Ram

Attractive tourist attractions in Jordan

Attractive tourist attractions in Jordan

Jordan is located in the west of Asia, northwest of Arabian Peninsula, bordered by Palestine and Israel in the west, Syria in the north, Iraq in the northeast, Saudi Arabia in the southeast and south, and the Red Sea in the south. Aqaba Bay is its only seaport. I have collected attractive tourist attractions in Jordan for your reference only, hoping to help you.

Petra (Petra)

Petra is located in the desert of southern Jordan, between the high mountains and valleys on the east side of the Arabian Valley, and the Dead Sea extends to the Gulf of Aqaba. It is an ancient city with a long history and splendid culture. It was once the capital of Nabatai Kingdom.

Nabatai is a Bedouin, a nomadic people in Arabia. From the 6th century BC to the 4th century BC, Nabatai people moved to the northwest of Arabia, which is now Jordan. They established a series of cities in the desert oasis, controlled the most important trade routes in ancient times, mastered the trade of frankincense, myrrh and spices, and became rich.

Petra is the center of Nabatai people and occupies a key position in the trade channel between the two river basins and Egypt. In the 4th century BC, the kingdom of Nabatai took Petra as its capital.

Petra is a city that is easy to defend but difficult to attack. The city of Petra is partly protruding and partly embedded in rocks, surrounded by mountains, winding roads and deep canyons.

The Sikh Canyon, which entered the center of the ancient city of Petra, is1.2km long and naturally formed by deep cracks in sandstone rocks. Most places are only three or four meters wide, and cliffs 100 meters high stand on both sides. Nabatai people are proficient in hydrological engineering and stone carving art, and cut waterways along the cliffs on both sides of Sikh Canyon Road to guide the floods in Musa Valley out of the city.

Through the Sikh Canyon, you can see the magnificent Kazini Temple. Kazini Temple is the greatest building in ancient times. It is carved from rock, 40 meters high, with exquisite Corinthian stigma, exquisite figure carving and decoration. Kazini Temple was built in 1 century, and is considered as the tomb of Aretas IV, King of Naba, Thailand. Legend has it that there is the treasure of the Egyptian Pharaoh hidden there.

The era when Kazini Temple was built was the most prosperous golden age of Nabatai Kingdom. Although Nabatai Kingdom surrendered to the Roman Empire in 1 century BC, it remained an independent kingdom for more than 200 years. The huge wealth brought by trade enables Petra to attract elites from all over the world. 1 century, the population of Petra reached 20,000.

During the Byzantine period, Petra was still the capital, when many Nabatai temples were converted into Christian churches. Petra was still prosperous in the 6th century. After the rule of the Arab Empire, the commercial road changed, and the appearance of the frankincense road at sea cut off Petra's economic pillar. In addition, many earthquakes have caused great damage to urban infrastructure, paralyzing the waterway system and making the city unable to maintain it. Petra was gradually abandoned in the Middle Ages. Petra was rediscovered by the world until the19th century.

Jerash (jerash)

Jerash is located in the north of Jordan, 48km away from the capital Amman, and is an ancient city with a long history of civilization. According to archaeological discoveries, people began to live here in the Bronze Age (about 3200 BC-65438 BC+0200 BC). Alexander and his general Per Dickas founded the city in 330 BC. In 63 BC, the Romans conquered it and later became a part of Roman Arabia. 1 century later, the Romans built the Roman Avenue in Arabian Province, and the trade flourished, and jerash ushered in an era of social prosperity. 129 to 130, the Roman emperor Hadrian visited jerash, and the Arc de Triomphe in jerash was built to welcome Hadrian.

In 794, jerash was hit by an earthquake, and the whole city suffered great damage. Since then, the continuous war has intensified the decline of the city, and the ancient city has gradually been abandoned and buried under the wilderness and soil. It was not until 1860 that German archaeologists rediscovered it.

Jerash is one of the best preserved ancient Roman city sites in the Middle East. The walls of the whole city, including residential quarters, temples, churches, public entertainment facilities and historical sites, are well preserved, which clearly reflects the living conditions of a city in Roman times, so some people call jerash "Pompeii in the Middle East". Unlike Pompeii, jerash was not buried by volcanic ash, but gradually abandoned in constant use. Therefore, different historical periods have left their marks on this city.

Wadi rum (Wadi rum)

Wadiram Desert is located in the south of Jordan, near the border of Saudi Arabia, east of the Great Rift Valley in East Africa and south of the steep cliff in the middle of Jordan Plateau, with an area of 74 1.8 square kilometers.

This natural geological landscape reserve shows the special geographical landscape formed by the interaction of different factors in the long river of years. Wadiram, like a geological museum, interprets the different structural forms of rocks under the impact of the earth plate, including rapid uplift, numerous faults and abundant joints. During the evolution of millions of years, the surface of Ram Valley has experienced drastic climate change from wet to dry. Weathering and erosion are like uncanny workmanship, shaping rocks into strange postures. Sandstone mountains and canyons, through the interaction of water, salt, biology and wind, have weathered into various forms, such as towering cliffs, huge natural landslide arches and deep holes ... It has become the most spectacular display platform for honeycomb weathering geological phenomena in the world.

Desert not only records the process of natural evolution, but also leaves traces of the development of human civilization.

Twelve thousand years ago, humans began to enter this area, and many prehistoric rock paintings, inscriptions and archaeological sites remained in the Ram River. Archaeological discoveries span all ages from Neolithic Age to Nabatai civilization. Animal husbandry and trade, agriculture and cities in Arabian Peninsula have left a deep impression on the local environment. Empire and conquest, commerce and migration, thousands of years of history seems to be a drop in the ocean in the desert, and soon disappeared. Nature and human beings are not in the same time-space sequence.

Amman Castle Hill (Amman Castle)

Amman, the capital of Jordan, is a city full of Middle Eastern customs. Amman is built on seven hills. Located on the highest Jebel Kara Mountain, Amman Castle is the oldest residential area in Amman, which was built in BC 1800. During the reign of Ptolemy II, the city was rebuilt. The city is called Philadelphia, and its name comes from Ptolemy II's nickname Philadelphia.

Archaeological findings show that Amman has become a human settlement in the Neolithic Age, and the oldest statue of human beings was unearthed from the site of human life in 8500 BC.

After the Romans conquered the Levant in 63 BC, Roman rule began for four centuries. Philadelphia was an important city on the trade route from Aqaba to Damascus in Roman times, and its urban economy was prosperous. The Temple of Hercules on Castle Hill and the Roman Theatre on the hillside are the remains of Philadelphia's golden age. Many churches built in Byzantine period now have many sites.

After Islam was captured by Byzantines in 630 AD, Philadelphia was named "Amman" and began to integrate into Arab culture. The Umayyad dynasty built a big palace on the castle hill, and the ruins of this Umayyad palace have been preserved to this day. In the middle of the 8th century, Amman experienced several earthquakes, the city was destroyed, and Castle Hill gradually became a ruin. The latest architectural remains on the mountain are castles from the Crusader era.

/kloc-After 0/3rd century, Anman City expanded to other places. Castle Hill is no longer a livable area for residents, but now it has become a historical and cultural protection area in Amman for people to visit.

Kulzer Harana

The Umayyad dynasty was the first hereditary dynasty of the Arab Empire, which was founded by Muammar. In the 7th century, the Islamic army seized the Middle East from Byzantium, and its leader Muawiyah became the Syrian governor. In 66 1 year, after the death of Khalifa Ali, Muawaye was acclaimed as the caliph, with Damascus as its capital, and began the hereditary rule of Umayyad dynasty until it was overthrown by Abbas dynasty in 750.

In the Umayyad era, the territory of the Arab Empire continued to expand and became a big country spanning Europe, Asia and Africa. Syria and Palestine are the areas directly controlled by the caliph, and also the main activity areas of the Umayyad royal family.

Kulzer Amra is a summer palace built during the period of Walid II of Umayyad Dynasty, which is located in the desert in eastern Jordan. This desert castle was built in 723-743, near Wadi Butan Valley. It is not only a fortress, but also the residence and entertainment palace of the caliph.

This compound palace used to cover an area of 25 hectares, but now there are only some palace ruins and surrounding buildings. The ruins of the palace include a reception hall and a bathroom with a dressing room. The most valuable thing is the large number of murals preserved in the palace.

These murals are unique art during the Umayyad Dynasty. The theme is mainly secular life and fairy tales.

The murals in the reception hall show hunting, fruit, wine and naked women. Some animals in the murals come from Persia and other places. The vault of the bathroom is painted with starry sky and ecliptic, and the walls are scenes of hunting, lovers, gardens and palm trees. This painting has absorbed Byzantine and Persian painting styles, and there are inscriptions in Greek and Arabic on the wall.

Murals reflect the secular Islamic culture in Umayyad period. Many of these early scenes of Islamic life were destroyed in the severe religious environment. This palace may be precious because it survived in the desert.

Umm Lachasse archaeological site (Umma al-Jimal site)

The archaeological site of Umm Lachasai is located in the southeast of Madaba, on the semi-arid grassland. Originally a Roman military camp, it began to develop into a town in the 5th century. After three historical periods: Rome, Byzantium and early Muslims, it has left extremely rich relics, but most of them have not been excavated.

The sites exposed on the ground include fortified Roman barracks, city walls and 16 church, as well as quarries, terraces, canals and reservoirs around the city.

Umm Rashas used to be an important place for Christian missionary work and roads. In the 5th century, it became a church center and established many Byzantine churches, monasteries and places where monks practiced penance. Christian activities here, even during the Islamic period in the 7th and 8th centuries, still enjoyed a relatively relaxed environment.

St Stephen's Church, built from 756 to 785. It was built on the basis of the original Bishop Sergius Church in 587, and the foundation of the original church can be seen underground. St Stephen's Church has a magnificent structure, and the mosaics on the floor show high artistic achievements. This is the largest and best preserved mosaic floor in Jordan. These mosaics depict hunting and fishing scenes, as well as important Palestinian and Egyptian towns in Byzantine period. It is very rare to use Greek letters to represent place names, such as Amman, Madaba, Hirshbang, Ma 'an, Alabama, Calaque, Jerusalem, Nablus, Caesarea and Gaza. Six mosaic masters signed the mosaic painting.

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Travel in the Middle East | Petra, Jordan's roaming ancient city, Wadi Lahm and the Dead Sea

For the sake of Petra, the legendary ancient city of roses, and because Lonely Planet recommended Jordan as one of the top ten tourist destinations in the world, I went there with my friends. Didn't make a strategy before going out. Because I am going to the Middle East for the first time, I am still worried about the safety of this trip. This trip has changed from a free travel to a group tour.

In the mysterious and controversial Middle East, Jordan is like an oasis in the desert. Even though Jordan has been attracting tourists from all over the world with an open attitude, most people still know little about this place.

I have been to Jordan and found that the people here are actually very warm and friendly, and it is convenient to go in and out. Because there is basically no heavy industry, the sky here is clean and bright as a knife, and the sunset here may be one of the most beautiful in the world. It has the most amazing natural and cultural landscapes in the world-including Petra, the ancient city of roses, which ranks among the seven wonders of the world, Wadi Lahm, the most alien galaxy on earth, the world-famous Dead Sea, the colorful Red Sea and countless magnificent canyons.

During this trip to Jordan, I saw the vast desert, the mysterious ancient city and the most special sea. I saw a modern metropolis and the most devout believers; Feel the blend of various cultures and the most advanced technology; After listening to the ancient history and the most magical story, the lack of natural resources has restricted Jordan's economic development. Poverty is indeed the first impression of this country, but as the back garden for Europeans to explore on foot and travel outdoors, Jordan, which is rich in tourism resources, brings tourists surprises that you will never forget. If there is enough time in the future, in fact, I want to go to Jordan again, take my best friend, do a good job in raiders, feel the mysterious Arab world in detail, and look for an ancient city lost for thousands of years in the boundless red desert.

Escape from the ancient city of Petra

Petra is an ancient city in Jordan, an absolute punching place in Jordan and the main destination of our trip. It is located 250 kilometers south of Amman, the capital of Jordan, and is hidden in a narrow canyon connecting the Dead Sea and the Aqaba Strait. This is an ancient city carved almost entirely from rocks. The rocks are reddish like coral gems and shine in the sun. The special landform makes it present beautiful colors, so it is also called "the ancient city of roses". Petra was the kingdom capital of Nabatai, an Arab tribe in the 6th century BC, and it flourished in 1 century BC. In A.D. 106, it was captured by the Roman army and became a province of the Roman Empire, so we can still see many common buildings in ancient Roman culture. Since the 3rd century, Petra began to decline due to the rise of the Red Sea trade route instead of the land trade route. When conquered by the Arab army in the 7th century, it was an abandoned empty city. It was not until 18 12 that it was rediscovered by Swiss travelers.

Since 18 12, many historical sites have been discovered, most of which are carved on the rock wall of a deep valley. They are the landmark scenic spots in Jordan, the shooting places of raiders of the lost ark and Transformed king kong 2, and the shooting places of the new Hollywood blockbuster Aladdin, attracting tourists from all over the world to explore the Nabatai civilization more than 2,000 years ago every year.

Vadiram is like an alien planet.

Wadiram, also known as the Valley of the Moon, is named because its terrain is the most moon-like place on earth. Because of its unique Bedouin culture, it is recognized by UNESCO as Jordan's dual world cultural heritage of nature and humanity, and it is also the location of many Hollywood blockbusters such as Mars Rescue, Lawrence of Arabia, Red Planet and Aladdin.

The most attractive thing about Wadi Lahm is the desert experience project. To appreciate the desert landscape here, you need to take an off-road vehicle or a camel to enter. Narrow canyons, natural arches, towering cliffs, huge sand dunes and caves in the desert make people feel like they are outside the planet. Wadiram does not recommend entering by car. Book a tour guide in advance, and it is most appropriate for the tour guide to arrange the itinerary.

This is not the endless yellow desert that we usually see. There are many towering rock formations, cliffs and canyons in the vast red desert. Everything in front of me is a scene I have only seen in science fiction movies. Although the name here is Moon Valley, you will definitely feel that you have come to Mars, where the wild beauty of nature is perfectly interpreted.

The incredible mosaic city of Madaba

Madaba is a city with a history of more than 3000 years. In history, the city has changed hands many times and was once ruled by Egyptians, Jews, Greeks and Muslims. During the Byzantine period, Madaba became the seat of the regional bishop. During this period, especially in the sixth century, mosaic art flourished, and it can be seen in churches, public buildings and private houses.

After Madaba was destroyed by the earthquake in 747 AD, the city sank and fell asleep 1000 years. It was not until 1 880 that 2000 Christians from Clark settled here and began to rebuild the city. It was when they rebuilt St. George's Orthodox Church in 1896 that they discovered the famous Byzantine map of the Middle East.

When I visited St. George's Church, I was almost forbidden to enter because I was wearing shorts. Fortunately, there are special service personnel at the entrance of the church. They will lend their robes to tourists and wrap them around their bodies.

Mount Nebo commemorates the prophet Moses.

Mount Nipo is a sacred place shared by Christians, Jews and Muslims. It is said that Moses saw the promised land here. The observation deck at the top of the mountain overlooks the whole Jordan Valley. It is said that if the weather is good enough, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Jericho and other places can be seen at a glance.

According to section 34 of the Bible, Moses, the founder of Judaism, spent his last days here and ascended to heaven here. Moses is an important figure after Christianity relayed God and Jesus, and also one of the six messengers of Islam. Moses' name in Islam is "Musa".

On Mount Nipo stands a huge steel snake-shaped cross, symbolizing the scepter of Moses. It was built by Ghianni Fantaoni of Florence in 1984. This walking stick with a snake symbolizes the miracle that God showed Moses. Moses led the Israelites out of Egypt with this walking stick, split the Red Sea with this walking stick, and saved the thirsty Israelites wandering in the wilderness with this walking stick.

Aqaba, a small town in the Red Sea, has the sea besides the desert.

Besides the desert, Jordan has the most beautiful sea. The Red Sea in Aqaba, southern Jordan, has a mild climate and gentle current, which provides a good living environment for corals and marine life. There are 1200 kinds of fish and 500 kinds of corals here. The water temperature is suitable for diving all year round. Because of the sunshine, it is allowed to dive to the depth of150m. Abandoned ships and tanks that sank to the bottom of the sea also provided exciting destinations for divers.

In the Red Sea of Jordan, you can see Egypt on the opposite side and Saudi Arabia on the border. A friend wants to send a circle of friends, only to find that he can actually locate Egypt!

Floating in the Dead Sea Experience the pleasure of floating at the lowest point in the world.

The Dead Sea lies between Israel and Jordan, 76 kilometers long and 5- 16 kilometers wide. It is the lowest point of land on the earth's surface, about 420 meters below sea level. Because of the high salinity, there is no life in it, so it is called the Dead Sea. Sea water has a large proportion, so people will not sink in it. Seawater contains a variety of minerals and is a natural spa place. Dead Sea Mud is a world-famous skin care product.

Floating on the surface of the Dead Sea, letting the skin absorb the healthy nutrition in the water, or enjoying the ancient treatment of the Dead Sea-mud bath, are all unique experiences in Jordan.

Because of the schedule, floating in the Dead Sea is the last stop of Jordan's trip, and the next stop will be Jerusalem. I always feel that the time of this trip has passed too fast and I have been in a state of violence. I didn't stop to feel comfortable. Fortunately, I have gained a lot. When I return to Jordan again, I can make my trip slower and stay longer. In addition to nature and historical sites, I also need to deeply experience the traditional Arab culture, exquisite Mediterranean diet and the living conditions of modern Arabs.

What are the interesting places in Jordan? Introduction of tourist cities in Jordan.

Jordan means crossing the river or growling. Known as "the museum in the desert" and "the country of intellectual output". Jordan is a part of the Arabian Plateau. In today's Jordan, mankind has established an ancient civilization thousands of years ago. As a bridge connecting the ocean and the desert, the east and the west, from the rich and changeable Jordan Canyon to the vast and quiet desert canyon, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan is a beautiful country full of contrasts and dreams. Chongqing Travel Agency brought an introduction of Jordan's tourist cities today. Learn about the interesting places in Jordan with friends who are interested in Jordan ~

Amman

Amman is located between 19 hills and "high mountains". It is not only a modern city, but also the ancient capital of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Amman is divided into two parts: the old city and the new city. The old city is full of strong Arab customs, and there are many relics of the Roman Empire, such as the Colosseum, the Colosseum, palaces and so on. Most of the new urban areas are villa-style buildings, including hotels, gymnasiums, cultural palaces, theaters and memorial halls. These modern buildings with novel designs make this ancient city look young and full of vitality. On the streets of Amman, camels and cars often appear side by side, and the costumes of pedestrians on the streets are colorful.

Petra

Petra is an ancient city in Jordan, located 250 kilometers south of Amman, hidden in a narrow canyon on the east side of Arabian Valley. It was once the capital of Nabatai Kingdom, bordering Damascus in the north, passing through the Gulf of Aqaba, the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea in the south, Gaza in the west and the Persian Gulf behind the desert in the east. It is called the Rose City, because all the buildings are cut on rose-colored rocks. The ancient city was ruled by Rome, Byzantium and Islamic Empire successively, so it also left architectural relics of various styles. Petra was listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on February 6th, 1985.

Wadilonm reserve

Wadiram means Moon Valley in Arabic. Located in the east of Aqaba province, it has the largest river in Jordan. It is a resort for eco-adventure tourism and a paradise for hikers. It has become one of the most important tourist destinations in Aqaba province, and tourism has become the main industry here. It is also a paradise for wild animals such as camels and horses. You can enjoy the scenery in the desert by riding a camel, or you can challenge yourself and take part in extreme activities such as rock climbing. At night, you can camp under the stars and watch the stars to end your beautiful day.

Jerash

Jerash is a city in northern Jordan. Located 40 kilometers north of Amman, about 32 kilometers away from Amman and Jordan Valley. It is one of the best preserved ancient Roman cities in Jordan and one of the important tourist attractions in Jordan. The ancient city of jerash is also one of Jordan's three world cultural heritages, and it is the most popular tourist attraction. Jerash is a city established here after the Roman Empire invaded Jordan. It has a history of more than 2000 years, and it has all the facilities of an ancient city. It is also the best preserved Romanesque city in the Middle East. In the ruins of the ancient city, slate streets are flat and long, colonnades stand on both sides, temples stand on the top of the mountain, and there are spectacular theaters, open-air squares, bathrooms and fountains.

Madaba

Madaba is located 33 kilometers southwest of Amman, the capital of Jordan. It is the capital of Medeba province and an important settlement of Christians in Jordan. Badma has the largest variety of mosaic products in the world and enjoys the reputation of "Mosaic City". The most famous local map is the mosaic map of the Middle East on the ground of St George's Orthodox Church. This mosaic map accidentally discovered in the19th century is the oldest existing map of Palestine, dating back to the 6th century. This map is the first survey and record of the Mediterranean and Jerusalem. Although the mosaics embedded in the ground have gone through many hardships, some of them have been destroyed and disappeared, but the fragments are still clear, exquisite and priceless. In addition, the traditional handmade carpets produced by Madiba have a long-standing reputation and are exported to many countries.

Adelung

Ajeron is a province of Jordan, located in the northwest of the country. The most famous scenic spot in this country is Adelung Castle. Adelung is one of the most typical Islamic castles in Jordan. It was built by Saladin Ministry in 1 184. It is used to control the local iron ore mining in Adelung, control the three main roads leading to the Jordan Valley and protect the traffic between Jordan and Syria. Adelung Castle is still a very spectacular group of military forts. You can enjoy the towers, conference halls, promenades and escalators. Standing on the top floor of the castle, you can also enjoy the wonderful scenery of Jordan Canyon. Adelung Nature Reserve is also worth visiting. This is a protected area with an area of 13 square kilometers, with outstanding scenery and diverse wild species. There are two natural roads and some accommodation places similar to shepherds' huts in the reserve.

Qasr amra

Qasr Amra, located in Zarqa province, Jordan, has the most famous desert castle to date. Built in the 8th century, this castle is considered as the most important early Islamic architecture. There are many murals in it, and 35 constellations are painted on its hemispherical dome. This is the earliest image of the starry sky. Its position and angle are quite accurate and have high artistic value. Now it has been listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO, because it is close to Amman and has become a popular tourist destination.

The above is the introduction of Jordan's tourist cities brought to you by Bian Xiao of Chongqing Travel Agency. Although 80% of Jordan's territory is covered by desert, it is a fertile ground for human civilization. Know what's interesting in Jordan, pick a time to see the scenery in Jordan ~

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Where is the most magical farm in the world? What's the big deal?

The most magical farm in the world is located in the Ram River. Although it lives in a desert area, it supplies vegetables and fruits to the whole country. The existence of this farm also benefits from the underground water contained in the desert, which is very huge and amazing.