Historical places and cultures Name: Dima Za’eem Aiadi Circle name : CCE1 Historical places and cultures Fourth grade Abdel-Rahman Al-Dakhel Essential School for Boys Swelih, Amman, Jordan

What are the most historical places in your country? 1- Jerash: A city of the Decapolis and considered one of the most important and best preserved Roman cities in the Near East.

2-Petra: Two hours from Aqaba, is one of the most breathtaking places in the world (one of the 7 wonders of the world)

What's your traditional food? Mansaf : Mansaf is a Bedouin dish and often symbolizes an occassion. Mansaf consists of Arabic rice, a rich broth made from dry sour milk (jameed), and either lamb or chicken. Whether Jordnains are celebrating a graduation, an engagement, or a wedding- Mansaf is commonly served. In addition, Mansaf is also served during condolences and as a means to patch up ties with others.

What's your traditional dress? Women clothes : There are traditional dresses for girls and boys. The girls wear a thobe or dishdasha, and each town has their own design. They are very pretty, and hand embroidered. The women also wear beautiful jewelry. Traditionally, the jewelry is made out of silver. They also wear makeup made out of kohl that is used like eyeliner. The Bedouin ladies also have tattoos in their chins!

Men clothes : Men also wear a dishdasha, but it is not decorated, it is plain white. Over it they wear an aabayah which is like a cloak and is usually black. On their heads they wear a hattah and an igaal.

Where do you go in vacation? Children in general like going to beaches, a amusement parks and historical sites. In our country, children go to Aqaba. Aqaba is well known for its beach resorts and luxury hotels, which service those who come for diving and fun in the sand. Children prefer to visit an extensive and interesting Marine Park and to see all the deep sea wonders through a glass-bottomed boat.

Write about your popular music. The traditional music of Jordan can be distinguished from that of countries like Syria and Saudi Arabia by its strong Bedouin influence. Rural zajal songs, with improvised poetry played with a rabab and reed pipe ensemble accompanying is popular. Recently, Jordan has seen the rise of several prominent DJs and pop stars.

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