5 Places That You Should Not Miss While Visiting Jordan Posted: March 10, 2015 @ 6:07 am

Jordan is a popular tourist destination located in the center or the Fertile Crescent of the Middle Eastern Country that mainly emphasizes both history and archeology. The land of Jordan holds some of the most primitive human civilizations. Besides, some of the most important religious figures of this world like Moses and Jesus were the parts of Jordan. There are actually numerous tourist destinations available in this country, which are significant in one point of view or another. In this article, I am listing the top 5 places that you should not miss during your Jordan tours.

Petra: The city of Petra can either be a beautiful beginning or a happy ending of a magical trip to Jordon. In this context, the Nabataean city of Petra needs a special mention as this city is so beautiful that it is not only well known in Jordon, but also in the entire Middle East. So, you must not complete the Jordan tours without visiting Petra. Some other destinations that are popular in Petra include Machu Picchu and Angkor Wat. This city is considered to be one of the best destinations in the world and highly valued by the tourists, who know the way to appreciate the beauty of any place.

The Dead Sea: This place is counted on as one of the biggest natural wonders of this globe, despite of being the focus of different ominous rumors because of the religious infamy. It has a salt content of 31.5%, which is around 8.6 times higher than any other sea. According to the studies, the water of this is therapeutic and can be really beneficial for people suffering from arthritis.

Wadi Rum: This place is popularly known as the jagged peaks, a pink dessert and the valley of the moon. Located around 320 km south of Amman, this is one such place that can resemble living on Mars or on the moon. This place includes a maze of monolithic rock, rising from the floor of the desert and the tower as high as 1,750 meters. This it creates a natural challenge for all the serious mountaineers. Besides, the tourists can also enjoy the serenity of the empty spaces without any boundaries while exploring the water holes and the canyons.