Jordan
Country facts:
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Languages:
Arabic is the official language, but English is understood by most people involved in the tourist industry.
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Time zone:
GMT/UTC +2
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Electricity:
Electrical current is 220 volts AC, 50Hz. European two-pin plugs are the most common
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Population:
5924000
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Currency:
The official currency is the Dinar (JD), which is divided into 100 piastres or 1,000 fils.
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Religion:
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Government:
Federation
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Phone code:
+962
Jordan is a relatively small country in the Middle East, packed with ancient history, natural masterpieces and places to visit.
Jordan is situated in place, where virtually the history of mankind starts. At the lands of today's Jordan there was human settlements dating back to the Stone Age, here happened some of the Biblical events and met most of the human civilizations throughout the years. These lands saw Hebrew pilgrims, Rise and fall of ancient Arab tribes, Romans, Byzantines, the Prophet Mohamed, Crusaders, Turks and many historical events and persons.
On the historical see-sides the first place is certainly to one of the New 7 wonders of the world - the stone carved city of Petra. Other remarkable places are the Biblical sites of Moses and Joan the Baptist, many historical castles and religious places. On the more modern side of things the capital Amman is a must for any business traveler, while for leisure you should visit Acaba area and for natural sides Wadi Rum canyon.
Featured destination: Amman
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