Jordan
Capital
Amman
Population
~11 million
Currency
Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- Arabic
- Religion
- Islam
- Climate
- Arid to semiarid; hot summers and mild winters
Culture & History
Known for: its ancient Nabatean civilization, refugee hosting, and desert landscapes
Also famous for: Petra, Dead Sea, and hospitality
Food: Mansaf (lamb with rice and yogurt sauce)
Brief History
Ancient civilizations; part of the Ottoman Empire; British mandate; independent kingdom; plays a role in regional politics; known for hosting refugees