Jordan
Jordan is a country in Asia. Its capital is Amman, and it shares land borders with 4 countries.
- Capital
- Amman
- Region
- Asia
- Area
- 89,271 km² Number 109 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 4 countries
What is the capital of Jordan?
The capital of Jordan is Amman.
Which countries border Jordan?
Jordan shares land borders with 4 countries: Iraq, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Syria.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Amman |
|---|---|---|
 Israel | Jerusalem | 70 km (43 mi) |
 Syria | Damascus | 177 km (110 mi) |
 Iraq | Baghdad | 804 km (499 mi) |
 Saudi Arabia | Riyadh | 1,324 km (822 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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