Jordan

Jordan is widely regarded as the safest and most stable country in the Middle East, and has one of the world's most spectacular sights: the extraordinarily carved city of Petra. Delve into Jordan's rich culture with this comprehensive guide: Roman ruins, stark desert landscapes and a thriving capital. This country guide features expanded coverage of hiking, canyoning and ecotourism projects. It is the only Jordan guide with Arabic script next to every place name.Lonely Planet country guides are the complete, practical guide for independent travellers. Included are:- Detailed "Getting Started" and "Itineraries" chapters for effortless planning- Inspirational full-colour "Highlights" sections that showcase the country's must-see sights- Easy-to-use grid-referenced maps with cross-references to the text- Insightful new "History," "Culture," "Food" and "Environment" chapters by specialist contributors"Down to earth accurate information for every budget, enthusiastically written." -Travel & Leisure