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Recently, the Prime Minister of India has embarked on a three-nation visit to Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman.
About Jordan
- Location: It is a landlocked country located in the rocky desert of the northern Arabian Peninsula.
- Bordering Countries: It is bordered by 5 Nations: Syria in the north, Iraq in the east, Saudi Arabia in the south and southeast and Israel and Palestine in the west.
- Water bodies: Dead Sea, the Gulf of Aqaba and the Sea of Galilee.
- The Dead Sea is located along the western borders of the country.
- Ports: Al-Aqabah, the only port of Jordan is located in the south-western part of the country along the coasts of the Gulf of Aqaba.
- Capital City: Amman
Geographical Features of Jordan
- Terrain: It has arid desert plateau; a great north-south geological rift along the west of the country is the dominant topographical feature.
- Highest Point: Jabal Umm ad Dami is the highest point of Jordan.
- Rivers: The Jordan River which drains into the Dead Sea.
- Natural Resources: It mainly consists of phosphates, potash and shale oil.
Source: DD News
Jordan FAQs
Q1: Which river forms part of Jordan's western border?
Ans: Jordan River
Q2: Which ancient city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Jordan?
Ans: Petra
