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  AMMAN AQABA
January 8.1 C  /  46.5 F 15.6 C  /  60.0 F
April 16.0 C  /  60.8 F 24.3 C / 75.7 F
July

25.1 C  /   77.2 F

 32.5 C / 90.0 F
November 15.3 C  /   59.5 F 22.1 C / 71.7 F
 
FOOD AND DRINK: Numerous restaurants offer a wide selection of local and international cuisine. Some Arabic dishes to try include the national dish of Jordan; Mansaf - stewed lamb with rich yogurt sauce served on a bed of rice; Maglouba - a poultry or meat dish cooked with rice and vegetables; The Fisherman's food, Sayadeih - a fish dish served with rice; the excellent Sharwama - shaved lamb or chicken served with a yogurt dip. In Ramadam there are special desserts - stuffed pancakes, called Qataief, deep fried and covered in attar, Full of calories, but delicious!.
Locally prepared beers, wines and spirits, as well as most international brands, are available throughout the country. Arak, an anise flavoured liquor mixed with water and ice, is a local drink that is popular with Arabic dishes.
 
HOLIDAYS: The Jordanian day of rest is traditionally Friday, however some Christian business owners close instead on Sunday. Several national holidays are observed on the same date annually. Islamic holidays are also observed, however their precise dates vary every year by about two weeks, in line with the Islamic lunar calendar. Although most businesses will observe the day of rest and public holidays, the tourist related industry, including most shops, are open for business seven days a week. Banks and Government offices are closed Friday and Saturday.
 
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