Jordan
Asia · Western Asia
- Capital
- Amman
Famous for
- Animal Arabian oryx
- Food Mansaf
- Festival Jerash Festival
- Landmark Petra
- Sport Football
Three facts
Country
Jordan borders the Dead Sea, whose shore is the lowest exposed land on Earth.
Capital: Amman
Amman grew across hills called jabals, giving many neighbourhoods names based on the hill they occupy.
Flag
Jordan's seven-pointed star is said to stand for the seven verses of the opening chapter of the Quran.
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