Abstract
This article aims to explore ranges of mountains in Jordan which contain various types of tourist attractions exemplified by high green mountains in the Central Region, Ajloun, which are covered by many different trees. Alongside these mountains there is a large animal reservation and a tourist lodging built by using wood. This article will examine the effects of eco-tourism on the local community economically and socially. A completely different range of desert mountains in the South Region, in Wadi Rum, which is an eco-tourism attraction, will be tackled in this paper to discuss various components of tourist attractions such as mountain climbing, hiking and desert exploration. The article shows the influence of such tourism in improving life standards of local community and the sustainability of tourism in both geographical areas and their proximity to archaeological sites which can be included in tourist programs.The methodology of this article is descriptive and supported by field trips and meetings with members of local communities.
Highlights
Jordan is known for its rich assortment of historical, religious and geographical attractions which are spread throughout the country
Jordan’s Board of Tourism is active in diversifying tourism products where it looked to utilize nature in Jordan as an additional source for the many tourism products which are well known such as archaeological sites, religious shrines, health and cultural tourism
This study investigated the components of mountain tourism and their role in improving life standards of local communities, protection and sustainability of nature reserves in Jordan
Summary
Jordan is known for its rich assortment of historical, religious and geographical attractions which are spread throughout the country. These tourist attractions include Petra, Jerash, Ajloun, Baptism Site at the Dead Sea and other Islamic sites, such as; Qasr Amra, Wadi Rum in the south, and many others. Most of the country occupies a plateau of between 700m. Above sea level, with a few mountainous areas. Plant species that can be found include Cedar, Cactus, Eucalyptus and Pine, Olive trees and fruit producing trees, such as; apricot, plums, figs, pomegranates, grape vines, etc. Fauna in Jordan includes mongoose, lynx, striped hyenas, gazelles, various foxes and wolves, different kinds of birds
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