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Visa Requirement
To enter Jordan, a passport valid for six months is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above. Visas: A single-entry visa obtained on arrival is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above to enter Jordan.
Heritage & Culture
Experience of Jordanian people is likely to be that they are, almost without exception, decent, honest, respectful and courteous. It seems only right that you should return some of that respect by showing a grasp of some basic aspects of Jordanian, Arab and Muslim culture.
If itâs possible to generalize, the three things that most annoy local people about foreign tourists in Jordan are immodest dress, public displays of affection and lack of social respect. In this section we try to explain why, and how to avoid causing upset.
Mansaf, the Jordanian national dish
Mansaf is a traditional Levantine dish made of lamb cooked in a sauce of fermented dried yogurt and served with rice or bulgur.
It is the national dish of Jordan, and can also be found in Palestine, Iraq, Syria and Saudi Arabia. The name of the dish comes from the term "large tray" or "large dish.Jordanian Mezze
By far the most dominant style of eating in Jordan, mezze is the small plate, salad, appetizer, community style eating, aided by dipping, chunking and otherwise scooping with bread. Mezze plates are typically rolled out before larger main dishes, but youâll find that they will easily fill you up by themselves and leave you wondering.
Sayadieh
This is Aqabaâs special, a dish of grouper with âspecial onion sauceâ. Even though some say it comes from Lebanon. Or Syria. The flavour of fish fillets is intensified by the special sauce of caramelised onions and peanuts, adding a sweet, nutty flavour. It is best eaten in one of Aqabaâs restaurants, like Captainâs, watching the fishermenâs boats returning to the harbour with the dayâs catch.
Moutabel
Moutabel is a dip like hummus, but it is a completely different experience. Like hummus, moutabel is regularly found on nearly every Middle Eastern table. In this recipe the eggplants are grilled, however they can also be fried. You may be familiar with a form of this dish known by another name, babaganoush. During the month of Ramadan, moutabel is eaten every day. In the past the eggplants would be pounded and mixed with all other ingredients by hand in a large copper bowl. I can remember my mother assigning me the task of garlic crusher.
Muharram
Muharram is a cause for great celebration across many towns in Jordan as it marks of the beginning of the Islamic New Year in January. This happens on a different day each year according to the cycles of the moon.
Aqaba Traditional Arts Festival
The northern town of Aqaba hosts a relatively large festival in February which celebrates the unique culture of the Bedouin people. Taking the form mainly of a crafts fair, the Bedouins and other minority groups bring their handicrafts to the seaside town for sale, showcasing their unique talents and keeping these traditions alive.
Azraq Festival
This festival, which also takes place in February, is native to the city of Azraq and its sole purpose is to present the townâs wonderful art, culture and crafts. A complete celebration with music, dancing and food in the townâs streets, it is one of the smaller festivals in Jordan, but by no means insignificant.
Jordan Rally
Taking place in October, the Jordan Rally is a motorcar race which brings together those with the need for speed from every corner of the globe. For a few thrilling days, the festival turns Jordanâs golden dunes into a race track and a large international crowd can be seen getting their adrenaline fill.