A Mesmerizing Journey Through Jordan: From North to South — Part 1

History, nature, food, and incredible hospitality

Walid AO
8 min readAug 20, 2023

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Photo by Daniel Qura on Unsplash

Welcome, wanderers and explorers, to a land where history, culture, and nature weave a captivating tapestry — Jordan. Nestled in the heart of the Middle East, this enchanting country beckons you on a journey like no other. Join me as I embark on an unforgettable trip through Jordan, from the vibrant North to the sun-kissed South, uncovering hidden treasures and ancient wonders along the way.

If I were working for a travel agency trying to sell you the best trip to Jordan, I would write this. However, this is not who I am. I used to live in Jordan. I lived there from 1989 to 1994. At the time, the country struggled with the wave of refugees from the first Gulf War. I have fantastic childhood memories there, but I wouldn't have imagined what would happen when I revisited the country in 2021.

I revisited the country in June 2021 and fell in love with it all over again. Since then, I've been to Jordan five times — It became my go-to vacation destination.

The country has history, nature, activities, adventures, food, and culture. In the blog post, I will take you through the country from North to South on my most recent trip in July and August of 2023. My next trip to Jordan in…

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