Tourism in Jordan

 The importance of Tourism and its role in the economic, social, cultural, sports and political development of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Tourism is currently one of the vital sectors in the global economy, it has played an important role in the economic, social, cultural, sports and political development of developed or developing countries. Among the Arab countries that have been able to effectively exploit their tourism potential is the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, like other Arab tourist countries nearby, for example tourism in Egypt 1 or tourism in Saudi Arabia.

The Jordanian government has recognized the importance of this sector and has worked hard to develop it and enhance its role in the sustainable development of the country.


The country of Jordan is considered one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in the Middle East, as it has a rich history, diverse culture and charming and picturesque landscapes, as the country includes many tourist attractions and unique historical feats, which attract visitors from all over the world. In this humble article, we will take a look at some of the wonderful tourist places in Jordan, and the role of tourism in the well-being of the country from all sides.

1-tourist places in Jordan:

* First the city of Petra:

The city of Petra is one of the new Seven Wonders of the world, and one of the oldest cities in the kingdom of Jordan, and a wonderful tourist destination in Jordan, where the city of Petra is famous for its beautiful pink colors, and it contains buildings carved into the rocks that extend for a distance of time up to 2000 years, and foreign visitors can explore the Old City, and visit interesting sites such as the treasury of fidelity, and the ancient Roman theater.

* Second, Wadi Rum area:

Wadi Rum is one of the most beautiful landscapes in Jordan, due to its wonderful rocky terrain, dating back to the Cretaceous Period, which the winds formed its qualitative terrain, and rock erosion over the ages, and visitors can ride camels and purebred Arabian horses, enjoy a tour of the Rocky Valley, explore narrow valleys and towering rocky cliffs.

* Third, the Dead Sea:

The Dead Sea is one of the most prominent tourist destinations in Jordan, as it is famous for its mineral-rich salt water, which allows visitors to float easily, and not be afraid of drowning, while enjoying a unique experience in these waters, which is impossible to live inside, and it is believed that the Dead Sea Water has health benefits for the body, and fighting many newly incurable diseases such as rheumatism, melasma, psoriasis and other diseases that can be cured by wading in this salt water, and visitors can also relax and take treatment of some skin diseases is carried out on the spot with ease.


The kingdom of Jordan hosts many wonderful tourist places, which makes it an ideal tourist destination competing with the major western tourist cities such as Paris, London and Madrid, from the ancient city of Petra to the picturesque Wadi Rum and the amazing Dead Sea, visitors can discover the beauty of nature and history in this amazing country, so, we advise everyone to visit Jordan and enjoy a unique and unforgettable experience in this wonderful tourist destination.

2-the importance of Tourism and its role in wishing :

First, the role of tourism in the economic development of the state of Jordan:

Tourism is one of the most important economic pillars in Jordan, as it contributes significantly to increasing the country's GDP, while providing job opportunities for unemployed youth, it promotes investments in the tourism sector and contributes to the development of infrastructure, and the development of tourism services. In addition, tourism strengthens cultural and social ties between Jordan and neighboring countries, as tourists come from all over the world to explore the ancient culture and history of Jordan.

The role of tourism in the social development of the state of Jordan:

In social terms, tourism promotes communication and understanding between peoples, contributes to enhancing cultural and heritage awareness among local residents, provides opportunities for communication and mutual learning between Jordanians and foreign visitors, and contributes to the promotion of cultural dialogue and exchange of experiences.

Third, the role of tourism in the sports development of Jordan:

On the other hand, tourism contributes to enhancing the role of sports in the kingdom of Jordan, as it hosts many international and local sporting events, and tourism promotes popular and local sports, and promotes community participation in sports activities such as swimming, running and riding for good, as the marginal Kingdom of Jordan has the best Arabian horses, farms and stables for breeding thoroughbred Arabian horses, making it a kiss to explore the secrets and secrets of Arabian horse breeding at the global level, as one of the cultural symbols and quality that distinguishes the kingdom.

The role of tourism in enhancing the political stability of the state of Jordan:

As for the political aspect, tourism has played an important role in strengthening international relations and promoting peace and stability in the region. When foreign tourists visit the kingdom of Jordan, they get acquainted with the beauty of this country, its culture, history, Customs and traditions, which leads to the promotion of good understanding and international cooperation, while consolidating the concept of public security among local citizens among themselves and among foreign tourists.

Conclusion of the article:

In short, it can be said that tourism has played a vital role in the economic, social, cultural, sports and political development of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. By investing its tourism potential, developing infrastructure and strengthening international relations, the kingdom of Jordan can officially strengthen its position as a tourist destination with distinction, be prestigious at the global level.