Dana ضانا |
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Dana village
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Location in Jordan | |
Coordinates: 30°39′N 35°36′E / 30.650°N 35.600°E | |
Country | Jordan |
Governorate | Tafilah Governorate |
Dana (Arabic: ضانا) is a village near the town of Tafilah, in central-western Jordan. It is situated on the edge of Wadi Dana, a large natural gorge, and enjoys spectacular view over Wadi Araba.
Dana is about 500 years old, and preserves many aspects of Jordanian villages of the 19th century. It hosts Dana nature reserve, one of Jordan's premier nature reserves with eco-tourism facilities.
Dana is home to several hotels including the Royal Society for the Conservation of Nature's Guest House and the Dana Hotel operated by Dana and Qadisiyah Local Community Cooperative.
Coordinates: 30°39′N 35°36′E / 30.650°N 35.600°E