Jordan
By: Lizzy Shaievitz
Geography
Statistics
Largest Cities: Amman, Irbid
Jordan Population: 6,482,081
Language: Arabic
Currency: Jordanian Darin
Religion: 92% Muslim, 6% Christian, 2% representing other Religions
Latest Rulers of Jordan:
Abdullah ll
Reign Start: February 7, 1999
Reign End: Reign still going on
Related to: Is the son of the great Hussein and is part of the Hashemite family.
Hussein
Reign Start: August 11, 1952
Reign End: February 7,1999
Related to: Is the predecessor of his father Talal and is a descendant of the Hashemite Family.
Talal
Reign Start: July 20, 1951
Reign End: August 11, 1952
Related to: His father is Abdullah l and is in the Hashemite family.
Places to Visit
Petra
Qasr Amra
The Temple of Artemis
Culture
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Cuisine:
Religion:
Local Customs:
Stand up when greeting others
Dress conservatively when exploring Public Areas of Jordan.
Except Arabian coffee when it is offered to you by your host.
Dont's:
Don't interrupt, or pass in front of, a Muslim who may be praying in a public place.
Don't dress provocatively when walking outdoors.
Don't openly consume food, beverages, or cigarettes in Public places during the Holy month of Ramadan.
Holy Month of Ramadan:
Ramadan is a time for Muslims to fast and reflect on their faith. During Ramadan Muslims engage in three traditions including fasting, litar, and charity. Muslims fast between dawn and sunset and o not consume water or food. After sunset family gather for litar a holy meal where they finally break their fast and eat. Charity during Ramadan is very important. Father are often seen donating clothes, food, and money to those who are less fortunate. Its there way of giving back and showing their faith.