Jordan
Jordan a beautiful country of varied topography, ranging from high plateau to flat deserts, is famous for its ancient cities and archeological sites. Tourist attractions in Jordan include the Roman amphitheater in Amman; Jerash the Greco-Roman city, with ruins of a Triumphal Arch and Hippodrome; the gigantic amphitheater at Petra, the ruins at Umm Qais; the hilltop castle of Qalaat-al-Rabadh at Pella, and Aqaba, famous for its excellent beaches. Other tourist attractions in Jordan include the Dead Sea, Azraq Wetland Wildlife Reserve, the spectacular desert scenery at Wadi Rum, Jebel-al-Qala'a (fortress) and Crusader Castle.
Many Airlines operates direct flights to Amman from Europe, Middle East, Canada and USA. High-speed hydrofoil and ferry services operate from Aqaba to Cairo and Nuweiba (Egypt). There is a weekly passenger service to Suez and Jeddah. Tourist can also cross the border from Syria.