This article will lead you to discover the capital Amman and its riches.

Discovering the capital Amman

Would you like to explore the superb archaeological site at Jerash? Here is some information about it.

Jerash's archaeological wonders

Let's follow the traces of the most important biblical sites in Jordan.

Discovering biblical sites in Jordan

With this article you'll discover the Dead Sea... before going there to float!

The mythical Dead Sea

Amman

Umm Qais

Jerash

Madaba

The town of Azraq is around 100km east of Amman. Surrounded by arid lands, it was built beside a lush, green oasis.

Middle East

Jordan

Azraq

Europe

Central America

Africa

North America

South America

Asia

Oceania

The town of Azraq is not particularly attractive but it does house an interesting fortress - the Qasr al-Azraq Castle, where Lawrence of Arabia once stayed. It's a great introduction to the larger castles found further along the route. I really enjoyed the on-site guide's tour - a dynamic presentation of the castle. 
I also liked the visit to the Azraq Wetland Reserve on the outskirts of town. It's what's left (15%!) of an oasis that became Amman's main water source... The oasis is no longer being drained, but today you'll find its size has shrunk. There's a short but lovely walk around the large pond, which is bordered by lush plantlife. There's lots of well explained information on the local ecosystem. You'll also spot lots of birds - it's a calming place

The town of Azraq is around 100km east of Amman. Surrounded by arid lands, it was built beside a lush, green oasis.

Azraq Holidays

Azraq: How to get there?

Azraq: See when to go?

Azraq: For how long?

Azraq: What to see nearby?

Jordan: our articles for your holidays