Jordan Map – MapsOfWorld.com

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History of Jordan Over Jordan's long history, the country has been ruled by various kingdoms, including the kingdoms of Edom, Moab, and Ammon during the Iron Age. These kingdoms existed alongside the Ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, Hittites, and Israelites, who at times faced conflict with Egypt. Many of the communities of early Jordan and surrounding areas found mention in the Bible because of its position next to Israel. The arrival of the Arab tribe, the Nabataeans, around 500 BC, led to the growth of the country and its trade relations, with its capital at Petra. With the rise of the Roman Empire in Europe, the Nabataeans resisted their control for many years, until the Romans annexed the region in 106 AD. When the Roman Empire split, Jordan fell to the Byzantine Empire.

The 7th century brought the Muslim invasion, and Jordan, with its strategic location, became part of the Islamic Empire. During this period, Jordan was ruled by various Caliphates. Jordan was part of the Ottoman (Turkish) Empire from 1516 to 1918.

At the beginning of World War I, the Ottoman Empire was on the side of the Allies, fighting with the Hashemites in the Great Arab Revolt. In this rebellion, some of the territory around what is now Jordan gained independence, and the Emirate of Transjordan was formed under a British mandate. That mandate ended in 1946, and Transjordan became an independent kingdom, later changing its name to Jordan.

Neighboring Countries: Jordan shares borders with Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Syria, Palestine, and Israel. Jordan also has a short coastline along the Dead Sea.

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Points of Interest: Jordan's biggest attraction is Petra, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the new 7 Wonders of the World, featuring an ancient city built into the sandstone cliffs. One of Jordan's natural destinations includes the Dana Nature Reserve, with hiking opportunities in the Great Rift and a historic village. Wadi Rum is another UNESCO protected area, with scenic landscapes of sandstone cliffs and natural arches, as well as caves featuring petroglyphs.

The Dead Sea is an important stop during a visit to Jordan, where visitors can experience the lowest land area on Earth and feel what it's like to float in one of the saltiest bodies of waters on Earth.

Transportation: Jordan's biggest airport is Queen Alia International outside of Amman, followed by Marka International which is in East Amman, and King Hussein International Airport in Aqaba. Jordan has highly ranked transportation infrastructure. Trains run from Syria into Jordan, though they are very slow. To get around Jordan, taxis are readily available in cities, and renting a car is feasible, but buses are likely the best option.

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