People of Jordan

Musician at the Citadel in Amman, Jordan

At the various historical sights around Jordan you will find retired military musicians playing music. This is a way to keep them active and employed after retirement. Taken at the Citadel in Amman.

Writing Classic Arabic Caligraphy - Rasun, Jordan

A lesson in classic Arabic caligraphy at the Caligraphy House in Rasun, Jordan.

Meeting the Women of the Zikra Initiative in Ghor al Mazra'a, Jordan

One of our gracious hosts and teachers in the Ghor al Mazra'a community near the Dead Sea as part of a Zikra Initiative project in Jordan.

Peaceful Gaze of Abu Abdullah - Feynan, Jordan

The previous evening we spent time with Abu Abdellah in his tent located near Feynan EcoLodge, Jordan. We were happy to be able to see him the next morning before we departed.

The Johnny Depp of Petra - Jordan

This camel driver was known affectionaly by all of his colleagues at Petra as Johnny Depp. He does have quite a "Pirates of the Carribean" look to him.

Kids Near the Dead Sea - Ghor El Safi, Jordan

These friendly kids followed us around as we walked through their dusty town near the Dead Sea in Jordan.

A Man with His Horse - Jerash, Jordan

This man was in charge of tending to the horses used in the charriot race in the ancient Roman city of Jerash. You could tell he loved his horses and spent much time with them to be sure they were OK.

Hanging With the Kids of Rasun, Jordan

Sly Smile from the Coffee Master - Wadi Rum, Jordan

This smile makes us wonder what Shaban is thinking... Wadi Rum, Jordan.

Friendly Tea Vendor at the Market in Downtown Amman, Jordan

A young guy delivers sweet mint tea back and forth to vendors working at the food market behind Hussein Mosque in downtown Amman, Jordan.

Dan Makes a New Friend - Orjan, Jordan

Dan hangs out with the son of the manager at the Soap House in the village of Orjan in northern Jordan.

Bagpipe Melodies in an Ancient Roman Amphitheatre - Jerash, Jordan

Retired military musicians continue their trade after military service by playing in the South Theatre in the ancient Roman city of Jerash, Jordan.

Falafel Master Meets Comedian - Amman, Jordan

The falafel master at Hashem Restaurant also seemed to double as a stand up comedian. Taken in downtown Amman, Jordan.

Old Bedouin Man at Petra - Jordan

Spice Master Who Knows Many Cures - Amman, Jordan

The owner of this spice shop that carries something like 4,000 different items from all over the world is an encyclopedia of information on natural cures and remedies. He had advice on balding, cancer cures, cleansing , etc. Quite a character. Taken near the Hussein Mosque in downtown Amman, Jordan.

Shepherd with his Trusty Donkey - Ghor el Safi, Jordan

This friendly shepherd shares a bit of his work with us in the town of Ghor el Safi in Jordan.

Audrey With the Musicians of Jerash, Jordan

Retired military musicians continue their trade after military service by playing in the South Theatre in the ancient Roman city of Jerash, Jordan.

Good Natured Laugh - Zikra Initiative, Jordan

Um Asad gets a good laugh from watching us try to work the dough for shrak (traditional flat bread). Taken as part of a Zikra Initiative visit to the community of Ghor al Mazra'a near the Dead Sea, Jordan.

Vegetable Vendor in Ghor el Sahi - Jordan

This man has a simple vegetable and fruit stand on the side of the highway going past the Dead Sea.

Contemplation Over the Fire - Wadi Rum, Jordan

Our Bedouin host keeps the coffee hot and waits for the fire to burn down. Wadi Rum, Jordan.