Bethany Beyond the Jordan

Bethany Beyond the Jordan

Al-Maghtas, Jordan Valley - Jordan

Bethany Beyond the Jordan is associated with the ministry of the Prophet John the Baptist and the baptism of Jesus Christ. The booklet places it within a wider sacred landscape connected to Madaba, Mount Nebo and Mukawir.

Opening Hours

Daytime visiting hours; seasonal schedules may apply

Entry & Booking

Visitor Guidelines

Comfortable footwear, water and sun protection recommended

Accessibility

Uneven surfaces, stairs or trails may limit accessibility

Gallary

Why Visit?

Visit one of Jordan’s most important pilgrimage landscapes, where archaeology and biblical tradition meet beside the Jordan River.