Jordan is a unique and blessed land of the Old and New Testaments and the early years of Islam. Christmas in Jordan is both traditional and modern. There are the cakes, wine and tree common to both with a few minutiae that take a departure from the conventional practices.
While shopping, one has to choose which suits the taste. Find out with Christmas Carnivals Christmas Shopping in Jordan.
Who can account for Jordan's glowing and beautiful roses? They last longer with proper care taken of leaves, petals and buds. Choose from the colorful knitted and decorated souvenirs. The sand bottles in Petra have the natural sand of the rocks. These bottles and the sand in them are often referred to as "Petra's treasure".
Every town in Jordan has a souk (market) with craft and jewelry shop like the particularly good gold and jewelry market in Amman. Special items include: Hebron glass; mother-of-pearl boxes; pottery; backgammon sets; embroidered tablecloths; jeweled rosaries and worry beads; nativity sets made of olive wood; leather hassocks; old and new brass and copper items; and caftans hand-embroidered with silver and gold thread. Jordan is famous for its gold and silver; the center of Amman has a gold souk with over 50 shops. Necklaces with a small golden coffee pot (dalleh) a national symbol are popular and widely available.
Jordan is famous for traditional crafts. The Jordan Foundation Shop is an assortment of embroideries, textiles, small gifts such as soaps, candles, photo frames, bags, cushions, tablecloths, wall hangings, rugs, table mats, quilts and bed covers.
Right from Bedouin weaving, perfume oils and shopping in downtown Dizzy, Jordan can be a lot of fun, and may turn into something of a social occasion! Browse Christmas Carnivals Christmas Shopping in Jordan for more information.
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