Jordan consists of arid plateau in the east irrigated by oasis and seasonal water streams, with highland area in the west of arable land and Mediterranean evergreen forestry. The Great Rift Valley of the Jordan River separates Jordan, the west bank and Israel. Tourism is a very important sector of the Jordanian economy, contributing between 10 percent and 12 percent to the country's Gross National Product in 2006. The culture of Jordan, as in its spoken language, values, beliefs, ethnicities is Arab as the Kingdom is in the heart of Southwest Asia.

Petra, the jewel in the crown of Jordan's antiquities, is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The magnificent rock-hewn city of the Nabateans has been a favourite destination for Europeans since the 19th century, and at sunset on a winter's day, when the rose-pink city catches alight, it is easy to see why this enchanting place has charmed generations of visitors.

Once an important trading centre of the Roman Empire, and straddling the ancient Holy Land of the world's three great monotheistic religions, Jordan is a tiny desert kingdom wrapped in history.Stand on Mt Nebo and survey the land promised to Moses; unwrap a scarf or two at Mukawir, where Salome cast a spell over men in perpetuity; float in the Dead Sea, beside a pillar of salt, reputed to be Lot's disobedient wife; go just about anywhere in Jordan and you'll find every stone bares a tale, and those of Madaba's legendary mosaics tell more tales than most.

Over the years the jordan tourism board has collected some of the most beautiful photographs ever taken of this photogenic kingdom.

Jordan is home to two of the most spectacular sights in the Middle East: Petra and the Wadi Rum.

Petra, the ancient city of the Nabateans and target of most of the tour groups in Jordan is definitely one of the world's most atmospheric ruins.

For a slightly more contemplative experience, the desert scenery of Wadi Rum enraptured Lawrence of Arabia.

The best time to visit Jordan is in spring or autumn. The weather during this period is pleasant and perfect to explore the country. This also the time when some of Jordan’s popular festivals are held like the Jerash Festival.