Hotels & Resorts in Amman/Petra, Jordan

Jordan’s magnificent city of Petra is carved into the red Sharah Mountains where it has fascinated archaeologists and travelers for centuries. However this is merely one element of a country with great natural beauty and countless sites.

The Gulf of Aqaba is one of the world’s great beaches and remains a best kept secret ready to be discovered. Wadi Rum’s dramatic desert landscapes are ideal for a 4x4 excursion, and Jordan’s capital city of Amman contrasts glistening modern white architecture against 7,000-yearold ruins.

Even farther off the beaten path you will find Mount Nebo, the supposed burial site of Moses, and a ring of seventh century desert palaces east of Amman. Take the time to explore Jordan and you will be rewarded with breathtaking and mysterious sites.

Amman

Petra

Movenpick Nabatean Castle

Don't Miss: At one point in its history Amman was called Philadelphia, named after its Egyptian ruler Philadelphus in the third century B.C. The Jordan Archaeological Museum in Amman is a great place to learn about its history dating back to prehistoric times. The museum includes a Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit, rare Iron Age sarcophagi and other priceless relics.

Fun Fact: Arabic coffee is served continuously at social gatherings in Jordan, as it is quite popular. To signal to the server that you don’t want any more, tilt your cup slightly when handing it over. Otherwise, your cup will automatically be refilled.