Jordan Tour Guide: Zerka Ma'in Last updated on
Tuesday 20th April 2010
This is a newly-built spa, constructed 25 miles (40km) from Amman on the site of the hot, curative springs that were visited by Herod the Great and subsequent kings of old. The spa offers thermal pools and professionally trained staff.
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