List of cities in Jordan facts for kids
Jordan is a country in the Middle East with a rich history and many interesting cities. These cities are home to millions of people and are important centers for life in Jordan. Some cities are very old, while others are growing quickly. Understanding where people live helps us learn about Jordan's culture and how it is developing.
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Jordan's Biggest Cities
Jordan has many cities and towns where people live. Some of these cities are quite large, with populations of over 20,000 people. The population of these cities has been counted in different years, like 1994, 2004, and 2015, and there are also recent estimates from 2021. This helps us see how much the cities have grown over time.
Amman: The Capital City
The biggest city in Jordan is Amman. It is also the capital city. Amman is a very old city, but it has grown a lot and is now a modern place. In 2015, over 3.5 million people lived there, and by 2021, that number grew to more than 4 million! Amman is in the Amman Governorate. It is the heart of Jordan, where many important government buildings and businesses are located.
Zarqa: A Growing City
The second largest city is Zarqa. It is located in the Zarqa Governorate. Zarqa has also seen a lot of growth. In 2015, about 635,000 people lived there, and by 2021, it was close to 736,000. Zarqa is an important industrial center for Jordan.
Irbid: The Northern Hub
Third on the list is Irbid, found in the Irbid Governorate. This city had over 500,000 people in 2015 and grew to more than 582,000 by 2021. Irbid is known for its universities and is a lively place for students and families.
Other Important Cities
Besides these three major cities, Jordan has many other significant urban areas.
- Russeifa is another large city in the Zarqa Governorate, with a population of over 547,000 in 2021.
- Aqaba is a special city because it is Jordan's only port city, located on the Red Sea. It is important for trade and tourism.
- Madaba is famous for its ancient mosaics and historical sites.
- As-Salt is a historic city with beautiful old buildings.
- Jerash is well-known for its amazing Roman ruins.
These cities, along with many others, show how diverse and vibrant Jordan's urban landscape is. Each city has its own unique character and importance to the country.
See also
In Spanish: Anexo:Ciudades de Jordania por población para niños
- Palestinian refugee camps in Jordan
- Zaatari refugee camp
- Mrajeeb Al Fhood refugee camp
- List of twin towns and sister cities in Jordan
- Governorates of Jordan
- Districts of Jordan
