King's Highway

The 3,000 years old King's Highway is quiet and stunningly picturesque, but most difficult to drive on and time-consuming. It goes through…
… Madaba, the town of mosaics. The mosaics from Byzantine and Umayyad rule are the world's largest collection of mosaics.
… Mukawir (Machaerus), known for the spectacular 700 m-high hilltop perch of Machaerus, the castle of Herod the Great, which offers breathtaking views to the surrounding hills and Dead Sea.
… Wadi Mujib, the Grand Canyon of Jordan. Stretching across Jordan covering a distance of 70 km.
… Karak, famous for its ancient Crusader stronghold. Karak Castle is among the largest Crusader castles still standing. It has a lot of cool nooks and crannies to explore. Take your flashlight.
… Dana Village and Dana Nature Reserve is one of Jordan's hidden gems. Unfortunately we didn't spend enough time there - it's a great place!
... Shobak, another renowned Crusader fortress. Because it's some distance from the nearest town, you're likely to have the Castle to your own. Bring your flashlight.

Madaba

St. George's Church Mosaic Map Street life Jordanian kid
Sunset Food store Enjoying a 'Shish Tawouk' In the streets of Madaba

Mukawir

Castle Machaerus (Qala'at al-Meshneq) The way to the top Enjoying the fantastic view Goats

Wadi Mujib

King's Highway winding through Wadi Mujib Wadi Mujib Oli & Dani King's Highway
Inside Wadi Mujib Donkeys Mujib dam Oasis in Wadi Mujib

Karak

Karak Castle Karak Castle Enjoying the great view Lovers
Kids Old guys Bakery Streets by night

Dana

On the way to Dana Street sign Enjoying the great view Sandstone cliffs of Wadi Dana
View down to Dana Village End of the road In the streets of Dana Village In the streets of Dana Village

Shobak

Shobak Castle Inside Shobak Castle Quranic inscriptions Shobak Castle

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