Jordan Art + People pictures

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Its religious and historical meaning is matched by its elegance and beauty, particularly at night, when the structure is Aqaba’s shining beacon.

Sheltered within a valley of red rocks is one of the world’s most famous façades. Marvel at the artistic details that remain crisp after more than 2,000 years. 

Pass through this ancient passage, study the old water pipes and watch the red walls begin to close overhead, before opening to reveal the Treasury.

Pass through this ancient passage, study the old water pipes and watch the red walls begin to close overhead, before opening to reveal the Treasury.

Wander the grounds of this imposing fortress, which was once an outpost for British writer T.E. Lawrence during the Arab Revolt. 

Known for its dramatic domed ceiling, this 8th-century palace complex is among the most fascinating sites on the Citadel hill. 

With its spectacular vistas of red sand and blue skies and incredible camping sites, this desert is an essential stop on any journey through Jordan. 

This bustling cobblestone street is home to many of Amman’s best shops, restaurants and nightlife destinations, drawing locals and tourists alike. 

Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

This bustling cobblestone street is home to many of Amman’s best shops, restaurants and nightlife destinations, drawing locals and tourists alike. 

Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

Take the kids to this fascinating museum with over 150 interactive exhibits and plenty of space for them to play and learn. 

Examine some of the thousands of pieces of beautiful Islamic art at one of the Middle East’s most highly regarded contemporary art displays.

Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

Indulge in some retail therapy, grab a bite to eat or soak up the ambiance and atmosphere of this bright and glamorous shopping center in Jordan’s bustling capital.

Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

Indulge in some retail therapy, grab a bite to eat or soak up the ambiance and atmosphere of this bright and glamorous shopping center in Jordan’s bustling capital.

This fascinating amphitheater was carved out of the rock face, just like the surrounding tombs of the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Petra.

Pass through this ancient passage, study the old water pipes and watch the red walls begin to close overhead, before opening to reveal the Treasury.

In a land of sandstone desert and Muslim mosques, see ancient settlements and cultural sites. Float in the Dead Sea’s dense saltwater.

Pass through this ancient passage, study the old water pipes and watch the red walls begin to close overhead, before opening to reveal the Treasury.

At this outdoor flea market open only in the summer months, browse stalls selling clothing, antiques, handmade jewelry and local snacks. 

Walk amid a citadel of Roman ruins, watch chariot races and shop in a bustling souk in this ancient Jordanian city.

With its spectacular vistas of red sand and blue skies and incredible camping sites, this desert is an essential stop on any journey through Jordan.