Geography
Jordan is in Western Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 31, 36; it has Iraq, Israel, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Syria.
Neighboring countries: Iraq, Israel, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Syria
Asia
Jordan
Jordan is a country in Western Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Amman
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Western Asia
- Population
- 11.7 million
- Area
- 89,342 km²
- Currency
- Jordanian dinar (JOD)
- Official language
- Arabic
- Calling code
- +962
- Internet TLD
- .jo
- Time zone
- UTC+03:00
Jordan map preview: 31.00, 36.00
People and Culture
Jordan uses Arabic in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Jordan varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Jordan is recorded with the official name Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Amman
- Western Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Amman
- Time zone data: UTC+03:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Jordan is grouped under Asia.
- Jordan has a listed area of 89,342 km².
- Jordan is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about Jordan
What is the capital of Jordan?
The capital of Jordan is Amman.
What continent is Jordan in?
Jordan is in Asia.
What currency does Jordan use?
Jordan uses the Jordanian dinar.
What language is spoken in Jordan?
Arabic is listed for Jordan in this database.