Jordan

About Jordan

Capital

Amman

Continent

Independence Date

25 May 1946

Official Language	Arabic
Second Language	English
Population	~11.5 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#91
Dialing Code	962
Country TLD	.jo

Jordan Overview

Jordan, officially the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (Arabic: المملكة الأردنية الهاشمية), is a country in Western Asia, bordered by Syria to the north, Iraq to the northeast, Saudi Arabia to the east and south, and Israel and the State of Palestine to the west. It also has a small coastline along the Red Sea at the Gulf of Aqaba. The capital and largest city is Amman.

Jordan is known for its historical and archaeological heritage, featuring world-famous landmarks such as Petra, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, and the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth. Despite limited natural resources, Jordan is considered one of the most stable and progressive nations in the Middle East, with a strong emphasis on education, healthcare, and tourism.

The official language is Arabic, and the currency is the Jordanian Dinar (JOD). The economy is diversified, with key sectors including tourism, services, mining, and manufacturing. Jordan is also a hub for regional diplomacy and humanitarian aid efforts.

Quick Facts About Jordan

Coordinates	31.24° N, 36.51° E
Bordering Countries	Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Palestine
Region / Continent	Asia (Middle East / Western Asia)
Total Area	~89,342 sq km
Population Density	~126 people per sq km
Highest Point	Jabal Umm ad Dami – 1,854 m
Major Rivers	Jordan River, Zarqa River
Climate Type	Mostly arid; Mediterranean in the west
Famous For	Petra, Dead Sea, Wadi Rum, Amman Citadel
Major Landmarks	Petra, Jerash, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea, Roman Theatre (Amman)
Official Language	Arabic
Currency	Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Government Type	Unitary Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
Time Zone	UTC+3
Major Exports	Pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, garments, minerals
Visitor Entry	Visa on arrival and eVisa options available for many nationalities