1. Jordan is a country located in the Middle East that borders Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Syria, the West Bank, and Israel. 2. It has some of the world's most spectacular natural attractions, including the Dead Sea, Wadi Rum desert valley, and Petra - one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. 3. The Dead Sea is renowned for its healing properties and ability to smooth skin due to its high salinity, while Petra dates back to the 6th century BC and is carved into sandstone and granite rock formations.