The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, nestled in the heart of the Middle East, boasts a population of 11,582,694 individuals as per the latest demographic report released by the Department of Statistics. This figure underscores the nation’s dynamic demographic landscape, where… Read More »Jordan Population 2024
Al-Hashimiyah (Farrah) is a village located in Ajloun Governorate within the remote Shafa municipality. Known for its scenic mountainous terrain, the area is rich in olive, fig, almond, grape, and apple orchards, as well as a diverse array of forest trees. The village holds a rich history and heritage, with tales passed down through generations. Originally known as Farrah, the village’s name was changed to Al-Hashimiyah in 1973 following a royal decree.
The Cabinet has decided to extend the decision granting tourist transport vehicles customs and tax exemptions and incentives for three months, ending in mid-June. The decision was made based on recommendations from the Ministers of Transport and Tourism & Antiquities… Read More »Extension of Incentives for Tourist Transport Vehicles Until Mid-June
Active recreational activities during the Eid al-Fitr holiday have revitalized tourism projects and establishments in several areas across the provinces. These projects had been suffering from prolonged stagnation for months, but the influx of visitors during the holiday period brought… Read More »Tourism Revitalization Boosts Local Businesses During Eid al-Fitr
How far is Iran from Jordan? The distance between Iran and Jordan can vary depending on the specific starting and ending points within each country. The direct distance from Tehran, the capital of Iran, to Amman, the capital of Jordan,… Read More »How far is Iran from Jordan
The Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission of Jordan has temporarily closed Jordanian airspace to all flights—incoming, outgoing, and transiting—beginning at 20:00 UTC (11:00 PM local time) for a few hours. This action is a precaution in response to the increasing risks… Read More »Jordan Temporarily Closes Its Airspace Due to Escalating Regional Risks
The spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maria Zakharova, told the news agency Novosti that tensions remain high in the Middle East, particularly in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict zone and along the Blue Line between Lebanon and Israel. She… Read More »Russia Urges Citizens to Visit Jordan: Low Risk of Conflict Spreading from Gaza
The Chairman of the Petra Development and Tourism Region Authority, Fares Braizat, announced on Thursday that the government is considering raising entrance fees to Petra in the near future. Braizat noted that hotel occupancy in the city of Petra experienced… Read More »Petra Entrance Fees May Increase as Tourism Declines
Sharp Decrease in Hotel Occupancy in Petra During Eid Al-Fitr, Aqaba Shows Improvement[ According to the Jordan Hotel Association, there has been a significant decrease in hotel occupancy rates in the historic city of Petra during the Eid Al-Fitr period… Read More »Petra Hotels Occupancy Declines During Eid Al-Fitr, Aqaba Improves
In the rugged expanses of Palaestina Tertia, a bastion against nomadic tribes and Sassanian threats, monasticism thrived as a beacon of spiritual refuge and defense. From the strategic outpost of Zoara to the desolate cliffs of Wadi Mujib, ascetics sought… Read More »Monastic Life Flourished in Palaestina Tertia