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Top 10 Reasons to Visit Jordan
Reason 01
A Sneak Peak into Jordan
- When you are planning your holidays to Jordan imagine yourself walking down the paved streets of Amman, where the looming Roman Theatre and the old citadel are silent reminders of an ancient empire beckoning your travelling feet and body back in time.
- Your next walk begins with a visit to the great city of Jerash, with its marble columns and frescoed arches that are the ribs of a gigantic statuette and in which the stone rings with the sound of Roman victory.
- Winding off into the centre of Wadi Rum, the expanse of canyons and mesas filled with sandstone turns into a playground of those who like to have adventures and jeep safaris that would propel you over the dune-shaped formations with a sky that is painted in a way that almost melts into the horizon.
- The waters of the Dead Sea are gleam and full of minerals and it does not require any effort to be carried on the surface and feel the ancient murmur of the lowest point of the world in the world.
- One last colourful experience is in the coral reefs of Aqaba, whereby the crystal waters display a kaleidoscope of life underwater confirming that Jordan sceneries are colourful as it is spectacular.
- In all these places, history, culture, and natural wonder are woven together and the experience of your holidays in Jordan is an interwoven mesh of memorable moments
- Capital: Jordan is a municipality in Guimaras province, Western Visayas, sitting
- International airport: Iloilo International Airport, about 40 kilometres away by driving
- Currency: Philippine Peso (PHP)
- Time zone: UTC+8 (Philippine Standard Time)
- Driving side: Right side
- Main electricity: 220 volts, 60 Hz
- Official languages: Filipino and English; Hiligaynon is spoken naturally by locals
- Major religion: Mostly Roman Catholic, like Western Visayas areas typically are
Reason 02
Highlights
- A call to World Pinoy Flights will give one a direct gateway to the vibrant world of the holidays to Jordan Souk Jara, the place of aromatic spices, exquisitely crafted jewellery, and the sound of pottery cups that greet one with a welcome to the world of adventure that everyone is going to.
- The ancient Petra city made of a rose-coloured sandstone will ask you to follow the decorative fronts of the Treasury, the Monastery, and the Roman Theatre, all of which bear the testament to the craft of the Nabatean people.
- The Wadi Rum desert, with its high contrast scenery has been a setting of numerous movies, an uncontaminated sky at night, not polluted by the city lights in the city, becomes a living canvas to both stargazers and photographers.
- Aqaba has coral reefs and turquoise lagoons as a perfect getaway to divers and snorkelers because the tropical marine ecosystem is lively under a clear and warm horizon.
- The salty waters that are characterised by the Dead Sea coupled with mud rich with minerals encourage wellness visitors to take part in therapeutic practises that have been nurtured over centuries.
- The bustling markets of the Amman downtown, in the Marj Al 5-Bayader, Al-Baqi and the old Al-Mamluk market are a pure flavour of local life, with his crafts, street food, and the inseparable noise of everyday business.
Reason 03
Seasons to Travel
- A trip to Petra during spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October) would be pleasant with an average weather and the tourists would be able to wander through the twists and turns of the streets and high walls, without the stifling heat that is experienced during summers.
- The golden rays of autumn illuminate the canyons of Wadi Rum, forming dramatic shadows, which emphasise the rugged silhouette of the desert, which makes this season one of the best times to be there and take photos and to explore.
- The winter period between December and February, the climate is colder in the highlands of Amman, and the historic gardens and museums in the city make it a more pleasant place to be on a walk and explore its cultural heritage.
- The waters of the Dead Sea are still warmly buoyant in the late spring (June- July ), and the landscape of the desert around gives the observer a spectacular scene as the sun comes up and sets over the sea.
- The spring festivals in Aqaba like the International Festival of Music and Dance inject a colourful environment in the coastal city and a display of local music, dance and local cuisine.
- Visiting the Jordanian higher mountains during the colder months is also easier to view the higher mountainous areas of holidays to Jordan where exploring trails can be taken and the mountainous scenery is enhanced by clean fines skies and crisp clear air.
Reason 04
Worth A Visit
Guisi Lighthouse
- Guisi Lighthouse stands on a rocky protrusion on the coast of the Litoral Sea, with a tower which, with its white marking, stands out on a blue background and leads the seafarers, as well as giving a view of the entire coast.
- The wooden gallery of the lighthouse reached by a small spiral stair leads the visitors to feel the song of the wind in their hair rushing across the cliffs forming an operatic sound backdrop.
- When the sun goes down, the lighthouse turns into a golden beam, and the light cast its colour in the sky stamping it with colours of amber, pink and violet that simply headache photographers.
- The nearby beach of Guisi that has a fine golden sand is best suited to sunbathing, picnic and light swimming thus making it a popular tourist destination by the holidaying families.
- The fishermen are usually seen socialising around the lighthouse to exchange fresh catches where the visitors can get a glimpse of the traditional coastal ways of life.
- Evening tours of the lighthouse are guided tours that offer educational value regarding the maritime history, the technology of the lighthouse and the ecological values of the marine environment around the lighthouse.
Alubihod Beach
- The Alubihod Beach spans a distance of 3 kilometres; its clean coastline is surrounded with green mangroves forests which are the natural barriers to erosion thus maintaining the ecological balance in the area.
- The crystal clear waters of the beach do well in snorkelling where coral reefs can be found and the sea has a rich collection of tropical fish and marine life.
- The promenade is filled with local vendors selling freshly grilled seafood, coconut desserts, and handcrafted crafts, and makes the marketplace vibrant and a reflection of the coastal culture.
- This dune-system of the beach is the unofficial playground of the sandcastle constructors and the views offered by the cliffs on the environs are breathtaking to the adventurousLE hikers.
- The beach also hosts cultural exhibits, dance performances and live music during the monthly Alubihod Sunset Festival where the locals and the tourists are all united to celebrate togetherness.
- The special ecosystem of the beach enables a variety of birds species that are a tourist attraction to the birdwatchers and nature lovers as they observe the migratory patterns.
Natago Beach
- The coves of the Natago Beach are veiled by the dramatic limestone cliffs forming an exclusive resort that seems to be completely alien to the heavy tourist traffic.
- The crystal-clear water is perfect to kayak through and the tourists get to paddle under the water surface to see the bright aquatic animals which live in the shadows of the reef.
- The beach restaurants of Natago will offer both local and foreign fare with grilled seafood, luscious coconut rice and sweet mango desserts filling the appetite.
- The beach has very shallow lagoons where kids have a secure playground where they can splash and play and the parents rest on the shade palm trees.
- Sunset at Natago Beach is the most perfect show of visual masterpiece because the sky is filled with flaming reds and oranges, and the reflection they make on the water and on the shore is a warm and ethereal one.
- Night tours of the starlit shoreline of Natago provide the understanding of the marine life during the night and the bioluminescence peculiarity of the waves appearing now and then.
Balaan Bukid Shrine
- The stone alter at Balaan Bukid Shrine is located on a hill covered by mist which is a testimony of centuries of worship and the Shrine has provided pilgrims with a tranquil place to seek blessings.
- The gardens that are surrounding the shrine have an array of orchids and herbs that are indigenous and offer a peaceful place to meditate and contemplate.
- People in nearby towns attend seasonal festivals at Balaan Bukid where people who attend services clothe in colourful traditional clothes, conduct communal prayers, and eat local delicacies.
- It is built on a high-rise site that gives the shrine an all-embracing view of the nearby valleys whereby terracelsed rice pots flow down the mountainous side like waves of green.
- The shrine also contains historical archives, which describe the history of the region, and help a visitor to have a glimpse of the related storey of spirituality and agrarian life.
- Afternoons at Balaan Bukid are particularly melancholy when the sun tints the clouds with shades of lavender and gold on them, and the air is sweet with incense and new pine.
Reason 05
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Trappist Monastery
- The Trappist Monastery is located in serene hills, with an austere stone exterior that gives one an impression of reflective calm and its bell tower reverberates in the valleys.
- The mosaic floors in the cloister are located to observe the light and shadow play, and thus one should be ready to walk slowly to enjoy the art of the life in the monastery.
- Aromatic teas and medicinal plants are produced in the monastery herb gardens, carefully cultivated by monks, and they are demonstrated in guided workshops.
- Tourists can engage in silent retreats during which they can enjoy the rhythmic chanting of the monastery, which forms a relaxing sound landscape that relaxes the mind.
- The library in the monastery of illuminated manuscripts provides an insight into centuries of theological work and calligraphy.
- Evening tours showcase the candlelit procession of the monastery which is a moving spiritual tradition and devotion that has existed over centuries.
Guimaras Windmills
- Guimaras Windmills are erected with an emerald rice paddies on a backdrop with their blades spinning like dancers to capture the regular trade winds in the island.
- The polished metal surfaces on each turbine reflect the changing colour of the sky, so that the windmills become moving canvases that combine engineering and beauty of nature.
- The generated energy is used by local farmers who are around the windmills to utilise irrigation pumps hence depicting an agreement of the contemporary technology and conventional farming.
- Guided tours will explain how windmills can be used in terms of achieving sustainable energy targets on the island and this will provide an understanding of how renewable activities can be replicated globally.
- The area around the windmills and the beach is a beautiful background to the work of the photographer particularly at sunrise when the fog softly driftsed round the wheels.
- The cultural importance of the windmills are celebrated by annual festivals which include the traditional music, dance, and stalls where freshly produced coconut products are sold.
Roca Encantada
- The black cliffs of Roca Encantada are steep and oblique, and they grow abruptly out of the water, and have a dramatic effect on the surrounding natural amphitheatre because of their black nature and their glistening under the tropical sun.
- The concealed crevices of the cliff are home to numerous marine life, including the rare sea turtles and to the schools of dolphins which slide under the water providing people with a live show when they dive.
- When the tide is low, one can trace the footprints made in the sand and see the trail of thousands of swimmers who have found their protection in the cool and clear waters of Roca Encantada.
- The nets used by the fishermen in the area are made of recycled fibres and flow into the waves and therefore cause the area to be a very useful source of livelihood among the local people.
- A distinctive microclimate of the rock allows rare orchids, lichen to grow in the shade and is an excellent location to enjoy botany and nature enthusiasts.
- The sunset at Roca Encantada portrays the cliffs in deep explosion of crimson and gold, and the scene has been the subject of many local musicians and poets.
Smallest Plaza
- One of these pocket history spots is The Smallest Plaza, an intersection of the old colonial architecture and a place where merchants offer their aromatic coffee, fresh pastries, and crafted trinkets.
- Its paved streets with quaint bungalows create a cosy and familiar atmosphere to both residents and visitors as they take a seat and have a relaxing coffee break.
- The fountain in the centre of the plaza is made of brass and silver and it reflects the afternoon sun and causes a ripple of light that the viewers are fascinated with.
- Local craftsmen are exhibiting their hand crafted pottery, weaving elaborate patterns that contain the culture of the region.
- Every week, the plaza is turned into a marketplace where fresh produce and spices as well as fabrics of textile are traded in a good-natured, humorous conversation.
- In the evening the lanterns of the plaza are lit, and the faces of the artists and musicians who sing folk songs are lit, making the plaza a heartbeat of the Chinese culture.
Reason 06
Culture Traditions
- The village of holidays to Jordan Al‑Hajar hosts an annual “Ramadan Lantern Festival,” where lanterns of silk and paper illuminate the night, reflecting centuries of communal reverence for spiritual harmony.
- The Balan Kalabaw Festival held in the highlands features the elegant dance of the sugarcane cart riders and their colourful costumes are reminiscent of the agricultural heritage in the region.
- The Bulan Festival is a celebration of the lunar calendar, pure moonlit processions, dancers dressed in embroidered white clothes perform the archaic Dance of the Crescent.
- The local baths, called Hammam, are an institution of cleansing and relaxation with the locals sitting and enjoying storeys and bonding as a community.
- The Pangasinan Drum Circle is an event which unites both the old and the young to beat rhythms that reverberate the storeys of the ancestors, and thus, oral histories are kept and preserved through music.
- Monthly, during a so-called Kaleidoscope Bazaar, there are artisans who weave colourful fabrics, and the pattern is symbolic and related to the indigenous folklore.
Reason 07
Food Fun Fashion
Food
- The Sinigang Delight steaming bowl of tamarind-sour stew sprinkled with local fish is a traditional dish in coastal families and is renowned due to its comforting smell and nutritious taste.
- Kare-Kare is a sacred dish with rich peanut sauce, slow roasted meats and fresh vegetables, which are normally served in celebration events to show the family togetherness.
- The Balut Harvest provides an experience of ingesting a boiled duck embryo sprinkled with a bit of salt and vinegar, which offers an adventure of rich protein and a tasty experience to adventurous diners.
- Lechon Kawali Crispy pork belly, sautéed in black pepper and garlic, is a common dish as a wedding dish and is a symbol of generosity during a celebration.
- Pancit Palabok is noodle served with shrimp, pork, and crushed chicharron which is savoury and a little bit sweet and is enjoyed by the locals and the visitors.
- Halo-Halo cups with its crushed ice, sweet beans, and evaporated milk offer a cooler alternative to the hot weather in the islands and thus this is a favourite night market dessert.
Fun
- The Ultimate Kite Festival attracts the attention of all people of the region, and colourful kites of different kinds fly along the plains with an azure sky and make the plains a living rainbow.
- Mountain Biking Trails cut across rough landscapes, with sustained riders enjoying wild trails and newcomers enjoying peaceful ones.
- The Ice Cream Lab is a place where children and adults are welcome to make their own frozen ice creams combining tropical fruits with local flavours to have a fun culinary experience.
- Clearing the cliffs in Skydiving Adventures offer a spectacular feel of the coastline taking the thrill-seekers to an unforgettable altitude where the world seems near.
- The Street Racing Nights present old car gatherings, where car lovers come forward and show off with their beautifully rebuilt machines and talk about the glory of the automobile past.
- Bamboo Rafting the twists and turns through the quiet and serene flowing rivers presents a calm yet thrilling tour, floating over the dense trees with views of wildlife like waterfowl and exotic fish species.
Fashion
- The garments offered in the Jamaica Street Garment Fair are hand-woven collections of clothes with both traditional designs and modern cuts, as a representation of the cultural identity in the region.
- Silk Road Cartwheel is another instalment that takes place monthly to allow designers to present silk prints modified based on the ancient trade routes attracting collectors all over the world.
- The Herbal Perfume Workshops are used to show the visitors how to mix the local herbs into a fragrant scent and then they can create their own perfume, which reminds of the countryside.
- The combination of aestheticism and historical reference is achieved through Bronze-Laced Shoes, whose elaborate metalwork is a tribute to the artisanship of the ancestors.
- The inspiration of the Cobalt-Blue Handbag Line is the rich sky colours of the highlands, and it recreates them as a firm stylish handbag among the contemporary world travellers.
- Bamboo Hat Collection is a company that sells sustainable headwear products clearly using locally-built bamboo fibres to shield their customers against the sun and present sustainable fashion.
Reason 08
Nature Safari
- Visitors on the "Canyon Trekking Expedition" follow slender ravines, in which the rare cacti and desert reptiles create almost contrasting colours in comparison with the stone walls.
- The early morning in Pinecone Forest is also shiny with dew and hikers and bird watchers can see the endemic bird species such as the silver-winged warbler.
- Mountain Lake Camp Overnights at crystal-clear lakes with their smooth surface reflected the constellations above and enthralled stargazers with the evening scenes.
- Salt Flats Phenomenon is showing how salt crystals have their shimmering effect and creates a large mirror reflection of the sky and the surrounding hills.
- Tourism The coral reef conservation tours inform visitors of environmental protection of marine life and also enable the divers to observe the beautiful coral reefs as they are taught about environmental sustainability.
- Night Safari Adventure makes holidays to Jordan tourists familiar with the dark biodiversity of the area like owls, bats and fragrant night flowering orchids, which offer a rare insight into the dark side of the area.
Reason 09
Events Fiestas
- The "Lavender Blossom Festival" is the time of the year in which the highlands are in full bloom and the towns are full of the smell of lavender and folk melodies are playing the streets making people dance happily.
- Harvest Moon Gala marks the conclusion of the farming year, and locals celebrate around the flames, eating their homemade delicacies, and thanksgiving to the land.
- The Golden Lantern Parade is a phenomenon that brings together the villages and creates cultural pride by lighting up the night sky using beautifully carved lanterns, each symbolising a particular village.
- Coastal Crab Feast is an event that unites fishermen and families in cooking a giant community dinner with freshly caught crabs, and storytellers to tell storeys about the sea.
- Mountain Echo Jam features the talent of local musicians and they can be found in holidays to Jordan performing on cliff edges with their instruments reverberating in the valleys forming a natural amphitheatre of sound.
- The Elder Wisdom Night celebrates the village elders and they give tales, songs and traditional recipes so as to keep collective memory of the new generation.