Balqa Governorate
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محافظة البلقاء's Absolute Essentials
Balqa Governorate spans from the historic hills of As-Salt down to the lowest point on Earth at the Dead Sea. The region is home to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Bethany-beyond-the-Jordan, the traditional location of Jesus' baptism, and Elijah’s Hill. Along the Dead Sea coast, the area features international luxury resorts, the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Centre, and the King Hussein Bridge, a major transit point between Jordan and the West Bank.
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Climate & when to visit
Best time to visit: March, April, May, October, November
Practical information
- Currency
- Jordanian Dinar JOD · Card payments · Commonly accepted
- Emergency numbers
- 911
- Electricity
- 230 V · 50 HzType C / Type D / Type F / Type G / Type J
- Languages
- Arabic
- Tap water
- Drink with caution
- Driving side
- Right
- Calling code
- +962
Tours & Activities
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