Madaba

Just 20 minutes from Queen Alia International Airport, Madaba is a convenient and quiet place to rest your head on arrival in Jordan. A friendly and welcoming town for all visitors of all faiths, Madaba is home to one of the largest Christian communities in Jordan. You’ll find several churches in town; visit St George’s Church to admire one of the oldest known maps of the Holy Land, made of mosaic tiles in 560 CE.

Planning Tip: While in the region, save time for a visit to Mt Nebo, just 15 minutes from Madaba. It’s believed Moses saw the Promised Land from the mountain’s summit – a view you can take in, too. Atop the mountain, some of Jordan’s most prized mosaics can be seen at Moses Memorial Church, while a small on-site museum highlights the place’s history.