Madaba (Arabic: مادبا; Biblical Hebrew: מֵידְבָא ‎ Mēḏəḇāʾ; Ancient Greek: Μήδαβα[2][3][4]) is the capital city of Madaba Governorate in central Jordan, with a population of about 60,000. It is best known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, especially …

2022年2月18日 · In 1884, the local community in Madaba, Jordan, made an incredible discovery, the oldest Holy Land map in the world. The now-famous Madaba Map, however, is not found on a piece of paper but rather is part of an intricately designed mosaic floor, now part of …

Madaba is a bustling city that is best known for its artistic beauty. Adorned with mosaics from the Byzantine Empire, this colorful city is steeped in history. As Madaba is home to quite a small population, it has the ambiance of a large market town rather than a city.

Known as the “City of Mosaics”, Madaba is the cultural epicenter for Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. Just a short distance from the capital, visitors are just a stone's throw away from the holy monuments of religious iconography.

2023年9月11日 · Discover the best travel tips and must-see attractions in Madaba, Jordan's mosaic city. Immerse yourself in rich history, stunning mosaics, and local culture for an unforgettable travel experience.

2024年1月11日 · In this blog post, we will share with you tips on the best things to do in Madaba, Jordan, and also information on where to stay in Madaba, what is the best time to visit the city, what to wear, and much more practical information.

2025年1月4日 · Sharing the city guide to Madaba. What to do in Madaba, the city known for its ancient mosaics and historically significant churches.

The Madaba Map, also known as the Madaba Mosaic Map, is part of a floor mosaic in the early Byzantine church of Saint George in Madaba, Jordan. The mosaic map depicts an area from Lebanon in the north to the Nile Delta in the south, and from the Mediterranean Sea in the west to the Eastern Desert.

2020年1月22日 · Whether you want to gaze at the world-famous Madaba mosaics, enjoy shopping in the old city center or dine in one of the city’s wonderful restaurants, Madaba won’t disappoint. In this article, I’ll show you the best things to see in Madaba.

Madaba Governorate hosts the World Economic Forum held on its Dead Sea coasts. The region has been occupied over the centuries by Moabites, Nabateans, Romans, and Arab Muslim empires.. Madaba is known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics, especially the Madaba Map, a large Byzantine-era mosaic map of Palestine and the Nile delta.