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Jordan

Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Region

Asia • Western Asia

Capital

Amman

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The flag of Jordan is composed of three equal horizontal bands of black, white and green, with a red isosceles triangle superimposed on the hoist side of the field. This triangle has its base on the hoist end, spans about half the width of the field and bears a small seven-pointed white star at its center.

The flag of Jordan is composed of three equal horizontal bands of black, white and green, with a red isosceles triangle superimposed on the hoist side of the field. This triangle has its base on the hoist end, spans about half the width of the field and bears a small seven-pointed white star at its center.

Population
10,203,140
Area
89,342 km²
Time Zone
UTC+03:00
Top-Level Domain
.jo

About Jordan

Jordan is a country located in Asia, specifically in the Western Asia region. Its capital city is Amman. With a population of 10,203,140, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 89,342 km², making it a relatively small country in terms of land area. With a population density of 114.20 people per square kilometer, it is moderately populated.

The official language of Jordan is Arabic, .

The currency used in Jordan is the Jordanian dinar (د.ا), .

Jordan is a member of the United Nations.

In Jordan, vehicles drive on the right side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+03:00 time zone.

Jordan shares its borders with 5 countries: Iraq, Israel, Palestine, Saudi Arabia and Syria.

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Coat of Arms of Jordan

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Amman
  • Continent: Asia
  • Native Name: الأردن
  • Demonym: Jordanian
  • Top Level Domain: .jo, الاردن.
  • Calling Code: +962
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Sunday

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