Architecture
Petra
Ma'an Governorate, Jordan
A Nabataean city carved into rose-coloured sandstone cliffs. Its best-known facade, the Treasury, is cut directly into the rock.
Built: Around the 1st century BCE · Style: Nabataean rock-cut
Jordan: leaders, famous people, culture and history
2 places on the atlas covering architecture and culture. Highlights include Petra and Bedouin hospitality.
What is on the atlas
- Architecture Petra
- Culture Bedouin hospitality
Who leads Jordan?
| King | Abdullah II |
|---|---|
| Prime Minister | Jafar Hassan |
Office-holders as of July 2026. Governments change, so check Jordan’s official government website for the latest. Full list of heads of state and government.
Famous people from Jordan
- King Hussein long-reigning king
- Queen Rania queen consort and advocate
- Queen Noor former queen consort
- King Abdullah I founder of the Kingdom
- Mustafa Wahbi Tal poet
A short, well-known selection rather than a ranking. People pinned on the map appear in the cards below.
Architecture in Jordan
Culture in Jordan
Culture
Bedouin hospitality
Wadi Rum, Jordan
Bedouin communities of the Arabian desert welcome guests with cardamom coffee and sweet tea. The generosity shown to travellers is a core value.
Tradition: Welcome with tea and coffee
How to use this page
This page brings together the people who lead Jordan today, a short selection of well-known people from Jordan, and the 2 places pinned for Jordan on the atlas. Use the buttons at the top to see Jordan on the map, where you can filter by theme, read a short summary of each pin and follow the link to Wikipedia for the full article. To browse the same themes across the whole world, see the architecture page and culture page.
Questions about Jordan
Who is the leader of Jordan?
As of July 2026: King: Abdullah II; Prime Minister: Jafar Hassan. Office-holders change, so check the official government site for the latest.
Who are some famous people from Jordan?
Well-known people connected with Jordan include King Hussein (long-reigning king), Queen Rania (queen consort and advocate), Queen Noor (former queen consort), King Abdullah I (founder of the Kingdom) and Mustafa Wahbi Tal (poet).
What are famous landmarks and buildings in Jordan?
Notable buildings and sites in Jordan on the atlas include Petra. Open the map for photos and links to read more.
What food and customs is Jordan known for?
Food and customs from Jordan on the atlas include Bedouin hospitality. Open the map for photos and links to read more.
How can I explore Jordan on the map?
Choose See Jordan on the map above, or search for Jordan on the atlas. You can filter by theme, drag the Time travel slider to see who was alive and what was standing in different centuries, and open any pin for a short summary and a link to the full Wikipedia article.