Destination: Amman
Amman, the capital of Jordan, is a modern city with numerous ancient ruins. Atop Jabal al-Qala’a hill, the historic Citadel includes the pillars of the Roman Temple of Hercules and the 8th-century Umayyad Palace complex, known for its grand dome. Built into a different downtown hillside, the Roman Theater is a 6,000-capacity, 2nd-century stone amphitheater offering occasional events. ― Google
Area: 1,680 km²
Elevation: 777 m
Weather: 31°C, Wind W at 29 km/h, 39% Humidity weather.com
Local time: Monday 5:54 PM
Population: 4.008 million (2015) United Nations
Area code: +962 (6)
JORDAN BIKE TRAIL
The Jordan Bike Trail is a unique opportunity to explore Jordan’s nature, culture, and community. The 730km route crosses from Um Qais in…
Old Trade Routes, Ancient Ruins, Afternoon Tea: Biking The Jordan Trail
While Instagram may lead you to believe otherwise, Jordan is so much more than Petra, the Dead Sea, and Wadi Rum. Millennia of history and an abundance of natural wonders add to the draw of this Maine-sized Middle Eastern country. Throw in some legendary Jordanian hospitality, and you have the makings of a truly memorable adventure.
TAL HISBAN TO MOUNT NEBO
Intermediate-level cycling route that flows over paved roads from Jordan’s capital, Amman, to the biblical site of Mount Nebo near Madaba.
OVER IRAQ AL AMIR TO KAFRAIN WATERDAM
The route of everything, culture, nature, and history
an Intermediate-level cycling route from Jordan’s capital, Amman, to Al Kafrein Dam near the Jordan Valley.