Irbid Governorate Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The ancient Roman city of Gadara is located in northwest Jordan near the town of Umm Qais. It is perched on a hilltop overlooking the Sea of Galilee. The Gospels of Matthew and Mark record an encounter between Jesus and a man possessed by a legion of demons. Jesus exorcises the demons, driving them into a nearby herd of pigs, which then run down into the sea and were drowned.
The ancient Roman city of Gadara is located in northwest Jordan near the town of Umm Qais. It is perched on a hilltop overlooking the Sea of Galilee. The Gospels of Matthew and Mark record an encounter between Jesus and a man possessed by a legion of demons. Jesus exorcises the demons, driving them into a nearby herd of pigs, which then run down into the sea and were drowned.
Pella Museum which includes building ruins and heritage elements
Tell Mar Elias
Pella Museum featuring building ruins and heritage elements

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Pella Museum which includes heritage architecture and a ruin
Tabaqat Fahl
Known for Ruins, Small town and Universities
Settled for more than 6,000 years, this is one of the world’s most archaeologically important sites, with vestiges from various dynasties.

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  • Pella Museum
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Irbid
Irbid
Known for Universities, Archaeology and anthropology and Cafes
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Umm Qais
Umm Qais
Known for Historical and Museums
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Ramtha
Ramtha
Known for Universities
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