Amman
Jordan • Middle East
City of Seven Hills
Overview
👋 Greetings
Handshakes are common but may be prolonged. Same-gender friends may kiss on both cheeks. Place your right hand over your heart after shaking hands as a sign of sincerity.
🍽️ Dining
Jordanian hospitality is legendary - expect to be offered food and drink frequently. Eat with your right hand. Accepting tea or coffee is important. Meals are social occasions.
👔 Dress Code
Modest dress is expected. Cover shoulders and knees, especially at religious sites. Women should carry a scarf for mosque visits. Petra requires comfortable walking shoes.
🚫 Things to Avoid
- •Refusing hospitality
- •Using your left hand for eating
- •Showing the soles of your feet
- •Public displays of affection
- •Photographing people without permission
- •Discussing politics critically
💡 Did You Know?
Petra is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World
The Dead Sea is the lowest point on Earth
Jordan is one of the safest countries in the Middle East
Mansaf (lamb with rice and yogurt sauce) is the national dish
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