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POPULATION

The population of Jordan has grown rapidly over the last fifty years or so to 5.5 million people. Around 70% of the population live in urban areas, with 2.5 million living in the capital, Amman.

Some of the worlds earliest known churches have been recently discovered in Jordan. The remains of a mud brick building in Aqaba may be the worlds oldest known purpose built church. This Aqaba early church dates from the late 3rd or early 4th century AD

An economic 'Free Zone' was established in Aqaba in August 2000. It covers one million square meters, although an additional 2.5 million square meters has been allocated for the purpose of establishing industrial projects. Goods traded in the Free Zone are exempt of duty. For more information please visit www.aqabazone.com.