Floating on the Dead Sea
Jordan
The lowest point on Earth lies at 1,200 feet below sea level, where the Jordan River empties into the Dead Sea.
Because of the extreme salinity of the water (which means nothing can live here – hence the name) it is possible to experience the peculiar sensation of floating on the surface.
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Other things to do
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JerashOne of the best preserved Roman cities in the Middle East and well worth a half day’s exploration from Amman if you have time to spare. |
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Driving SafariAfter seeing the sites of Amman, explore the King’s Highway with a knowledgeable driver or guide. |
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PetraPetra was carved from pink sandstone cliffs by the Nabataeans some two millennia ago, and left undisturbed until its rediscovery in 1812. |
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Wadi RumJoin a Bedouin guide (admirably the government insists that only local guides may be used, both here and at Petra) on a 4x4 or camel safari to see ancient rock carvings and explore the dramatic sandstone cliffs. |
