About Jordan

ABC Jordanie Découverte de la Jordanie

All Referer Earth & environment, history, literature & arts, people, places, plants & animals, religion, science & technology, sports & everyday life....

Amman.Com Guide to cities, visitors information, history, entertainment & dining....

AME Info Geography, people, government, economy, communication, transportation

Arab DataNet Country profile, key facts, overview, economic review, political structure, sector analysis, investment, government, companies....

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ArabNet Overview, history, geography, business, culture, government, transport, tour guide, links

Atlapedia Geography, climate, people, demography, religion, education, modern history, currency, other information....

BBC Country Profile Key facts, figures and dates

Britannica.Com Country info, land, people, economy, society, government, history, culture, maps, statistics, links....

CIA World Factbook Map, geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, issues

Country Reports Economy, defense, geography, government, people, anthem, map, news, weather, links....

Encarta OnLine Info, land & resources, population, economy, government, history, other related items, links....

Encyclopaedia of the Orient Geography, politics, economy, health, education, religion, people, history, anthem, cities....

Expedia Almanac, fast facts, communications, on business, health & safety, transportation, traveler's directory

Focus OnLine Jordan - The Archaeological Treasure of the Middle East. Info, regions, tourism, cuisine, music, maps....

Info Please General info, map, geography, government, history, land & people....

MidEast.Com Good info + Amman, Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, Dead Sea....

MidEastUK Introduction, cities, essentials, services, slide show, map

Nation By Nation Info, government, human rights, news, geography, history, people, links....

US Department of State - Background Notes People, history, government, political conditions, economy, travel, business, foreign relations....

US Library of Congress Everything you ever wanted to know about Jordan....

World66 General info, cities, history, people, economy, getting around, getting there, links....

Cities, Towns, Municipalities & Places

Municipality Of Greater Amman + Places to visit, arts & culture, about Amman and the municipality

Municipality Of Shoubak Jadeeda + Society, statistics, tourism, services

Municipality Of Salt + History, culture, city features, photo gallery

The Complete Petra A web directory and guide to the ancient city of Petra

Petra Pictures, archaeology, history, guide, Nabataean Alphabet, art....

Petra A rose-red city, half as old as time....

World Monuments Endangered sites: Petra Archaeological Site, Wadi Mousa

Flag, Maps, Useful Information....

Cellular News Cellular coverage map, systems, frequencies....

Ethnologue Language

Flag Description, meaning, history, interesting facts and other flags

Flag Explanation, historical, military & political flags....

Map Large political map

Map Large shaded relief map

Maps Cities & towns. Global position, altitude, WAPF (weather) forcast,

World Clock Local time, sunrise, sunset, GMT offset, daylight saving....

World Paper Money Paper currency since 1952

for Jordan products: Stamps, collectables, etc....

Business and Economy

American Chamber of Commerce in Jordan Promotion of Jordan-US trade and investment

Amman Chamber of Industry Promotion and development of national exports

Amman Stock Exchange + Market performance, brokers, laws & regulations, market info, investment, privatization....

Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Fact sheet (pdf) & travel information....

Bilateral Relations with Japan Diplomatic, investment, economic cooperation, residents....

Business Etiquette and Culture A guide for doing business ....

Federation of Jordanian Chambers of Commerce + Achieve balanced economy, strive for Arab economic integration....

Government Tenders Directorate + Regulations, tenders, contractors, consultants studies....

Irbid Chamber of Industry + Useful reference to the business community to develop and promote international trade

Jordan Europe Business Association (JEBA) Promoting and strengthening sustainable trade and investment linkages

Jordan Forum for Business and Professional woman Promoting training and rendering services to members

Jordan and the IMF Position in the fund, reports....

Jordan Securities Commission + Encouraging and protecting investors and most importantly enforcing the rule-of-law

Jordanian Migration A survey to analyse whether the country has a net profit or loss from the process of migration

MBendi Business information, news, industries, events

Middle East Regional Veterinary Information System Livestock & production data in Jordan

Organization of Islamic Countries - SESRTCIC + The most comprehensive database: statistical, economic and social

Ports Focus Ports, harbours, marinas....

Scandinavian Business Club of Amman Gathering and disseminating information about rules and regulations for trade

US Department of Energy Analysis, information, oil, natural gas, coal, electricity....

US Department of State Country commercial guide 2001 (pdf)

US Department of State Country reports on economic policy and trade practices - 1999

World Bank Jordan at a glance (pdf)

Banks

Association of Banks in Jordan + Exchanging information and experiences

Arab Jordan Investment Bank Investment & Private Bank

Cairo Amman Bank Provides corporate banking services to all economic sectors in Jordan & Palestine

Central Bank of Jordan Represents the monetary authority in the Kingdom

The Housing Bank for Trade & Finance Comprehensive commercial banking services to meet your needs

Jordan Kuwait Bank A joint investment by Jordanians, Kuwaitis and other Arab investors

Jordan Loan Guarantee Corporation + Small and medium size business loans, export credits and related services

Jordan National Bank (Al Ahli) Offering retail and corporate banking services

Microfund Providing sustainable financial services to women microentrepreneurs in Jordan

Union Bank for Savings & Investment (Al Itihad) A licensed investment bank

Directories, Job Opportunities

Baladna Headline news, business, directory....

Career Jordan Online recruiters

Directory for Support Services for Small & Medium Enterprises + Search by type & location

Jordan Expertise Search A comprehensive and accurate database of Jordanian talent and expertise in the IT field

Primus Jordan Directory Embassies, government, companies....

Investment & Promotion....

Italian Institute for Foreign Trade + Amman activities, news from Italy....

Extensive database of more than 12,500 projects and tenders.
Updated on a daily basis with the latest business information in 14 countries in the Middle East

Art, Culture & Sport

Al-Mashriq - The Levant Cultural riches & gateway

Pella Museum Paleontology and geology

Art, Literature, Photography, Cinema....

Eman Marzouq Eman Art Gallery - Paintings

Manal Barqawi Cyber Gallery - Paintings

Nawaf Al-Bukhari Foonoon.Com - Online art gallery

4 Walls To exhibit the work of well-established Jordanian, Arab and international artists

Broadway Gallery A haven in Jordan for art and artists

Angus McIntyre Photographs. Old cities and tourist sites....

Cities & Landscapes + Photo gallery

Robert Bremec Jordan Photo Diary - Cities & places

Jerash Chariots Ambitious and Entertaining, Roman Army and Chariot Racing Spectacle at Jerash

Internet Movie Database Movie & TV reports

Music, Song & Dance....

Cultural, Scientific, Environmental, Health, Sporting Entities & Info

Jordanian Astronomical Society Exchange of astronomical data, information, articles, and observational expertise

Animal Info Threatened species, environmental and social data

AquaStat Information on quantity and quality of freshwater and its availability

BirdLife To determine the priorities for bird conservation in the region

Jordan Environment Society (JES) + Working together for change towards sustainable development

Jordan Flora Covers the wild plants of different ecosystems and habitats in Jordan

Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature + Promoting wider public support for the protection of the natural environment

Arab Nuclear Medicine & Bone Densimetry Center Studies & info....

Gaucher Disease Information, symptoms, effects, living with it....

Amman Dead Sea Ultra Marathon Run from the high elevations of Amman down to the saltiest and lowest point on Earth

Husain Youth City Sport Club

Royal Automobile Club of Jordan Information about Motor Sports in Jordan & the Middle East championship

Education

Abdul Hamid Sharaf School Modern, private, non-parochial school

American Community School Co-educational day school which offers an American educational program

Amman Acadamy A center of academic excellence and creativity

Amman Baccalaureate School Students and parents, sSchool days, media center, events, enrollment, cafeteria

Amman National School + Focuses on the development of a social personality and morality

Cambridge High School Giving an international education to students in the local community

Ecol Francaise Amman

International Center for Languages (ICL) + To get our student learn more, study more, and excel more

International Community School (ICL) Member of the British Schools of the Middle East

Jordanian International Schools for Girls + Centre of academic excellence and creativity

Jubilee School + Promotes creative thinking, leadership and conflict resolution skills

Modern American School A private, co-educational day school for students aged 3-18

Modern Montessori School A philosophy, which offers an outstanding academic programme

Al Al-Bayt University Give special attention to scientific in particular Arab and Islamic affairs

Al-Balqa' Applied University Integrates learning and work; the university and the employment community

Al-Isra Private University Amman

Al Quds College + Preparing a distinguished generation armed with science, faith, and work skills

Al-Zaytoonah University + Six faculties, encompassing eighteen specializations

Amman University To provide a high quality university education

Applied Science University Innovation will take the upper hand in teaching and research

Arab Open University - Jordan Branch + A private Arab institution of higher education with a special status

Hashemite University An official university in Al-Zarqa Governorate

Irbid National University +

Jerash Private University +

Jordan University of Science & Technology Contribute to the development of human and material resources of Jordan

Mu'tah University A national institution for civil and military higher education

Philadelphia University Adopts curricula that make it compatible with the best universities in the world

Princess Sumaya University for Technology + Specialization is IT, Communications and Electronics

Queen Noor Civil Aviation Technical College To provide the Jordanian airports with qualified employees

University of Jordan Provision of quality rather than quantity education at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels....

Yarmouk University + Relentless pursuit of excellence in all fields of research and instruction

Zarqa Private University (ZPU) + Consolidating the Islamic perspective on knowledge, particularly human sciences, teaching activities, out research....

Study Abroad University of Jordan - opportunities to study an array of subjects

WorldWide Classroom University & adult education, K12 & teen....

Institutions & Organizations

American Language Center (ALC) Provide English language training in the context of American education and culture

Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) + Dedicated to the promotion of education excellence and gifted education

Center for Theoretical and Applied Physical Sciences Spreading scientific knowledge of physics through all available means

Institute of Banking Studies A theoretical and practical training center

Jordan Institute of Diplomacy Students conduct research in the fields of diplomacy and international relations

NetCorps Jordan + Jordanian youth will be recruited, trained and placed in local organizations

NYIT Jordan Affiliated with Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST)

Peace Operation Training Center + A gathering point for training and seminars on all aspects of peace operations

Yarmouk Culture Center Specialized in teaching English language

Research, Resources, Libraries & Projects

Council for British Research in the Levant

El-Hassan Youth Award + Derived from the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme

Enhanced Productivity Program (EPP) +

Knowledge Stations + To create a universal access to Information and Communications Technology

National Library +

The Oval Office for Studies & Redearch For those who want to complete their studies in Australia and New Zealand

Tawjihe + A portal to help Arab high school students, University Curricula....

History, Human Right & Politics

ABC News - News Makers King Abdullah

ABC News - News Makers King Hussein

BBC Timeline A chronology of key events

HELLO! Profiles King Abdullah II of Jordan - Story, Photos

HELLO! Profiles Queen Rania of Jordan - Story, Photos

King Abdallah II The King, initiatives, press room, the Hashemites, royal court & palaces, about Jordan....

King Hussein I A living tribute to the legacy of the father of modern Jordan

Political Geography Land and people, economy, government, history....

Prince Hassan Bin Talal An insight into his achievements, interests, vision and family....

Queen Noor + Social and environmental activities and projects, interviews, King Hussein final days....

Queen Noor Patron of Landmine Survivors Network....

World Statesmen Flags, chronology, rulers, governors, ministers, commissioners....

Human Rights, Politics & Political Parties....

Amnesty International + News, reports, urgent action. Latest annual report....

Human Rights Watch + Human rights developments & report

Jordan Elections + To establish a society where justice, equality, and rule of law prevail

US Department of State Country reports on human rights practices

Al-Ahed Party

Sons of the Great Arab Revolution History of the Hashemites, the army and Jordan

Related Sites, Articles....

Al-Bushra - Arab American Roman Catholic Community What do you know about Jordan? Plenty of interesting articles....

Elections Results, parties, parliament, electoral institutes, electoral calendar, political database....

Jordan Elections Candidates, news, policies....

Media

Al-Arab Al-Yawm Daily newspaper

Al-Dustour Daily newspaper

Al-Rai Daily newspaper

Al-Sabeel Weekly magazine

Jordan Times Political daily....

The Star Jordan's political, economic & cultural weekly....

OnLine News, Newsletters, News Agencies....

Al-Ahali Newsletter of the People Democratic Party of Jordan

Jordan Daily Online news....

Jordan News Agency - Petra + General info, Arabic & English news, photos, links....

Washington Post News & references

Yahoo full news coverage

Radio, TV, Internet....

Jordan Radio & Television Corp. Radio, channels, national & International News, sports, weather, satellite

Articles, Reports, Cartoons....

Department of Printing & Publishing Local, ME articles and news, Hebrew press

One World + Articles and news from different sources

Government & Organizations....

Chiefs of State and Cabinet Members

Political Leaders Dates and figures of the leadership since 1946 (with pictures)

Civil Service Bureau + To determine its annual need of appointments

Department of Lands and Survey (DLS) + Matching the different copies of cadastral sheets and modernizing the digital maps

Department of Statistics - DOS + Carries out censuses and surveys. Population statistics and economic statistics

Enhanced Productivity Program (EPP) + Creates opportunities for rural communities to be a part of income-producing and self-sustaining industries

Environmental Information System Conservation of nature, biodiversity, reservations and forests

Executive Privatization Commission (EPC) To bring economic prosperity and sustainable socio-economic

Foreign Trade Policy Department + Oversees the government's implementation of its commitments under the WTO and other international trade agreements

General Intelligence Department + Protection of the Jordan in its political , social , security and economic dimensions

High Health Council

Insurance Commission + Regulate and supervise the insurance sector

Jordanian Cooperative Corporation (JCC) + Encouraging the establishment of marketing Cooperative associations

Jordan Customs Department + Supporting the local industries, facilitating commercial exchange....

Jordan Institution for Standards and Metrology (JISM) + Applying internationally accepted best management and technical practices

Ministry of Agriculture + Assure sustainable production and resources without damaging the environment

Ministry of Education Achieving democracy of education for all, irrespective of sex, language and religion

Ministry Of Energy and Mineral Resources Promoting and developing different energy resources and overseeing the energy sector operating companies

Ministry of Finance + Memorandum on economic and financial policies

General Sales Tax Department + Legislations, proclamations & decisions, services & guides

General Supplies Department + Supplies Act instructions, regulations and amendments

Income Tax Department + Income Tax Law, Regulations of Procedures

Ministry of Foreign Affairs + Formulating Jordan's foreign policy

Ministry of Health + Implementing hospital autonomy in Jordan

Drug Directorate + Ascertain the safety, efficacy and quality of drugs used through registration and adequate pricing

Ministry of Higher Education & Scientific Research +

Ministry of Industry & Trade + Economic cooperation, statistics, laws, procedures....

Ministry of Information and Communications Technology + Contribute to improved services

Ministry of Interior + Preserving the security and public order and providing the best service to its citizens

Ministry of Planning Documents ranging from summaries of events to government reports and agreements

Enhanced Productivity Centers Program (IRADA) + Participating in creating jobs for both investors and their staff

Ministry of Post & Communications + Organize the telecommunications sector & to provide all advanced postal services

Ministry of Public Works and Housing + Offering services of the construction and maintenance for roads and governmental buildings

Ministry of Social Development + Coordinate with the relevant bodies who are working in the social field

Ministry of Transport + Aims at reaching a transport system that is efficient, economical, safe and competitive

Ministry of Water & Irrigation + Provision of centralized water related data, standardization and consolidation of data

Northern Governorates Water Administration Provides up-to-date information on NGWA key data.

Ministry of Youth & Sport + To furnish appropriate opportunities....

Municipality of Greater Amman Amman, municipality, visit Amman, info....

The National Assembly + Legislative power, chambers, constitution, law data bank, news and events, album....

National Center for Human Resources Development A center of excellence in conducting educational research

National Information Center + Statistics and information for policy analysis and general research

National Information System Statistics and information

Natural Resource Authority Develop and exploit energy and mineral resources

Prime Ministry + Contributing to the creation of an environment of knowledge and to the facilitation of the work of government departments

Public Security Directorate + History, evolvement, philosophy, duties, organization, departments and activities....

Public Transport Regulatory Commission +

Telecommunications Regulatory Commission Regulating, monitoring and issuing the licenses to market operators

Embassy of Jordan - Vienna, Austria Provide basic facts about Jordan and acts as a resource guide to locate needed information

Embassy of Jordan - The Hague, Netherlands Consular office, tourism, economy & investments, events, royal family....

Embassy of Jordan - Jakarta, Indonesia Basic facts about Jordan with links that can be of a great help. Services provided

Embassy of Jordan - Washington, USA Consular, commercial, military, information, news, tourism, events, education....

Corporations, Organizations, Public Hospitals and Industrial Entities

Free Zones Corporation Characterized by exemptions and facilities that qualify them to become an investment attraction....

Housing & Urban Development Corporation + "The national umbrella of the housing sector"

Jordan Export Development & Commercial Centers Corporation - JEDCO + Help to expand Jordan's export activities

Jordan TeleCom + A world class service level

Arab Dental Center + Quality services in a modern exquisite dental atmosphere

Eye Specialty Hospital Examination diagnosis and treatment of different eye diseases

Islamic Hospital

Jordan Dental Center Tomorrow's dentistry today

Centers, Institutions, Societies....

Al-Urdun Al-Jadid Research Center + A national "think tank" and policy oriented pressure group

Community Centers Association + Invoking positive changes at the grassroots level

Community Knowledge Center (CKC) + An arena for discussion and the exchange of information, experiences, and best practices

IEE Jordan To promote the advancement of electrical electronic and manufacturing engineering

Injaz

Jordanian Society of Cosmetic Sciences Promoting research in cosmetic science and industry

Royal Scientific Society It aims at conducting scientific and technological research and development work

Agricultural Engineering Association

Jordan Barirsters Association

Jordan Computer Society + Scheduling and coordination of a number of activities and events

Jordan Dental Association

Jordan Engineers Association + To achieve excellence in providing services and to encourage members participation

Jordan Hotel Association Providing services to the Jordan hospitality industry. Hotels & Cities

Jordan Medical Associations

Jordan Society of Tourist and Travel Agents + To enable the profession to take its rightful place in the economy

Jordan Pharmaceutical Association

Jordanian Writers Union

Al-Hussein Society for the Habilitation/Rehabilitation of the Physically Challenged (AHS) An educational, vocational and therapeutic NGO

Noor Al Hussein Foundation To promote integrated socio-economic development

SOS Children's Village Association of Jordan Cares for orphaned and destitute Jordanian children

Foreign Entities

British Embassy The Embassy offers consular, commercial and visa services to members of the public....

Cultural Attache - Embassy Of The Sultanate Of Oman + a Cultural and Educational connecting link

Embassy of Sweden Consular services, technical assistance, commercial inquiries, studying in Sweden, links....

Embassy of the United States of America Consular section, travel & visa Info, USAID, public affairs, business center....

Italian Embassy + Cultural, consular & commercial sections, info, links....

US Committee for Refugees Reports on conditions for refugees and internally displaced persons

US Embassy + Travel & visa info, public affairs, commercial service, economic & political issues, press releases, articles....

British Counsil Library and information services, events, news, conferences, learn English

United Nations Highlights the work of the United Nations Country Team in Jordan

United Nations Development Programme Works at the policy level by supporting sound development strategies

USAID Assistance to Jordan....

World Food Programme Fight against global hunger....

World Health Organization Tobacco & health, socio-economic situation

Travel & Tourism

Arab Wings Executive jet charter service offering customized services

Royal Jordanian Flight schedule, availability, departure & arrival....

Royal Wings Airlines Jordan

Airports Airport names, cities and codes

Jordan Civil Aviation Authority Departments, Queen Alia International Airport - Flights Schedule, News

Travel, Tours, Guides.... More country info

Amani Tours Tailor made archeological, biblical, leisure and educational package tours

Bestours Tours All tours can be tailor-made to suit your specific needs

Cedar Tours & Travel Provides a wide range of travel & travel related services for groups & individuals

Dahlan Tours & Travel Prepared to tailor your tour of Jordan to suit your budget and tastes

Dakkak Tours Introducing visitors to the treasures and pleasures of Jordan and the Middle East

Dead Sea Beach Tours Music, dance, and swims in the Dead Sea....

Discover Jordan + Amazing & historical sites, hotels, restaurants, airlines, souvenirs....

Grumpy Gourmet Evaluates Amman's top restaurants. Dinning tips, articles, reviews, hotels, restaurants, events....

Husam Tours + For culture, history, adventure or just relaxation

Jordan Experience Tours + A unique travel experience

Jordan Guide General info, Amman, Petra, Aqaba, Wadi Rum, mall....

Jordan Travel Exchange Travel & tourism guide and news....

Nebo Tours Specialized programs that concentrate on history , cultures and archeology

Petra Tours Adventures, unmatched services and unforgettable experiences!

Rose City Travel & Tourism Unique travel & tourism services

Travel 1 Open doors for you to discover Jordan and the Middle Eastern region

Yolla Travel & Tourism Combined tours of Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq and the Holy Land

Zaman Tours & Travel A specialist in organizing classic tours, adventure tours, camping, hiking, trekking, horse riding and camel tours

Lonely Planet Travel information, maps, photos, background historical and cultural information

Middle East Travel Accommodation, history, after hours, travel info, addresses, cities & sights, business....

Travel Guide General & travel info, money, duty free, health, accommodation, visas....

World Travel Guide Accommodation, addresses, business, climate, essentials, resort, social, travel

Hotels, Resorts, Inns, Hostels....

Amman International Hotel A unique, relaxing atmosphere with traditional hospitality

Comfort Hotel Suites Offer guests a luxurious retreat in the heart of the Sweifiyah, Amman

Gardenia Hotel Shmeisani - Amman. An enclave of quiet elegance with the highest standard of service

Gondola Hotel & Suits Amman. Ideal place with affordable rates for tourists, diplomats, businessmen & expatriates

Golden Tulip Kings’ Way Hotel Facilities - includes a guide to Petra

Grand Hyatt Amman Conveniently located in the heart of the capital's stately business and diplomatic district

Nabatean Castle Hotel A five star luxurious hotel situated near ancient Nabatean city Petra,the Red Rose City

Rozana Hotel Suites Amman. Suites, restaurant, health club, location, services

Turino Hotel Sweifiyeh - Amman. A luxury hotel and a private residence

Inter-Continental, Holiday Inn, Crown Plaza Hotels & Resorts - IC Hotels Group
Lowest Internet Rate Guarantee. Book at the IC Hotels Group site first-- if you find a lower rate on another site, they'll beat it!

Amman Hotels

Petra, Wadi Mousa Hotels

Marriott Hotels

Amman Marriott Hotel

Marriott Jordan Valley Resort & Spa Dead Sea

Marriott Petra Hotel Wadi Moussa

Moevinpick Hotels

Aqaba

Dead Sea

Nabatean Castle

Petra

All Hotels Hotels, description & rates

Hotels Travel Hotels directory & tourist information

Inn26 Hotels and motels directory, local info....

Jordan Hotels - New Steps Travel & Tourism Hotel Reservation in Jordan for your holidays or business trips.... dt>Jordan Hotels Travel Guide Offers hotels and resorts online reservations

Health & Travel Tips

Foreign & Commonwealth Office Travel information, country advise, latest travel updates....

Travel Document Systems Passports, visas, travel documents

US Consular Information Visa, health, crime/drug penalties....

Weather....

Jordan Meteorological Department Services, weather forecast, satellite image, activities, climate, weather charts

Weather Underground Temperature, humidity, pressure

Yahoo Weather By city. Forcast, sunrise, sunset, humidity, wind, dewpoint....

Gateways to Jordan

Jordan's Yellow Net Your link to the online world of Jordan!