Over 46,000 Visitors at Baptism Site in 7 Months
The number of visitors to the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ ("Al-Maghtas") declined by 17.4% during the period from January to July 2026 compared to the same period last year. The total number of visitors was 46,321, of whom 39,805 were foreigners and 6,516 Jordanians. This site, which is considered one of the most important sacred places for Christians worldwide, aims to become an integrated religious tourism destination by 2030. Projects include the development of the visitors' center, museum, and tourist village, to enhance its status as a pilgrimage and religious tourism destination.
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