Jordanian heritage and history
Jordanian heritage and history
Jordan is an Arabic Islamic nation that is situated on the western part of the Asian continent. More specifically, it is located on the north of the Arabian plume. It derives this name from the fact that the river Jordan stretches along its western boundary. Among other nations, Jordan is a landlocked, rather small, country, with a majority of that country’s geographical area is classified under a semi-arid climate – Expatand.
Furthermore, it is a country that does not rank high in terms of national income, mostly middle income. It is also known as one of the safest and most stable Arab countries in the region most often called the Middle East. Some people settled in Jordan around 50,000 BCE, but the actual history of the country dates back to the Bronze Age (3200-1950 BCE) through the Iron Age. Several Jordanian regions are mentioned in religious writings as early as 597 BCE, such as Moab and Gilead
It is worth noting that Alexander the Great ruled large areas, including Jordan, and had a great impact on its development and development, and the establishment of special centers for trade, then in the period between the 2nd and 4th centuries BC, the Greeks ruled the region.
They contributed to building civilization and the education system, as cities such as Philadelphia and Jadara were built during their reign, and scientists and thinkers appeared at that time, but Islamic rule entered Jordan in the period after 661 AD, and continued until the arrival of the Ottoman Empire, which ruled the region from the fifteenth century AD until 1918 AD, and then on May 25, 1946 AD, Jordan declared its independence.
Jordan is characterized by the diversity of cultures that harmonize together in an environment of tolerance and respect. Jordanian society is a mixture of Jordanians, Palestinians, Armenians, Circassians, Kurds, and others, and its people are known for being a hospitable people who respect their customs and traditions, especially in rural areas, and value women, granting them their freedom and various rights, such as the right to full education, the right to vote, and others.
Jordanian society places a high importance on hospitality. Tea, coffee, and regional pastries like qatayef and maamoul are served to guests cheerfully and kindly.
Jordanian traditional attire is distinguished for its grace and variety. For men, the traditional Jordanian dress known as the shamisah, wide trousers, and headband. For women, the traditional Jordanian dress known as the dera or jalabiya.
Family holds a prominent place in Jordanian society, and marriage is an important occasion. Jordanian weddings are characterized by joy, music, and traditional dances such as dabke. Attendees are treated to delicious meals, sweets and coffee.
Jordanian food is diverse and delicious and reflects the country's heritage. Jordan is famous for its popular cuisine such as mansaf, meskhen, manaqish and mahashi, and olives and thyme are an important part of the Jordanian food culture.