The Rough Guide to Jordan
eBook - PDF

The Rough Guide to Jordan

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  1. 416 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

The Rough Guide to Jordan

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About this book

Widely regarded as most comprehensive guide to Jordan, The Rough Guide to Jordan provides everything you need discover the Middle East's most remarkable destination. Detailed accounts of every attraction, along with crystal-clear maps and plans, lift the lid on this fascinatingly diverse country. Explore the world wonder that is Petra, an ancient city carved from rose-red mountain cliffs. Roam the Martian landscape of Wadi Rum beloved of Hollywood location scouts, then relax on golden beaches at Aqaba, Jordan's beautiful Red Sea resort. At every point, The Rough Guide to Jordan steers you to the best hotels, cafés, restaurants and shops across every price range, giving you clear, balanced reviews and honest, first-hand opinions from our expert author. Whether you're discovering contemporary art in Amman or floating your cares away on the Dead Sea, make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Jordan.

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Table of contents

  1. Contents 3
  2. INTRODUCTION 4
  3. Where to go 8
  4. When to go 10
  5. Author picks 13
  6. Things not to miss 14
  7. Itineraries 24
  8. BASICS 26
  9. Getting there 27
  10. Getting around 33
  11. Accommodation 36
  12. Food and drink 38
  13. The media 43
  14. Culture and etiquette 43
  15. Adventure tours and trekking 50
  16. Shopping 54
  17. Travelling with children 56
  18. Travel essentials 56
  19. THE GUIDE 64
  20. 1 Amman 64
  21. 2 The Dead Sea and Baptism Site 114
  22. 3 Jerash and the north 132
  23. 4 The eastern desert 180
  24. 5 The King’s Highway 210
  25. 6 Petra 252
  26. 7 Aqaba and the southern desert 304
  27. CONTEXTS 350
  28. History 351
  29. Flora and fauna 379
  30. Islam 384
  31. The bedouin today 389
  32. Books 392
  33. Arabic 395
  34. Glossary 402
  35. SMALL PRINT & INDEX 404