Time Zone |
Asia/Hebron |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC+2 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC+3 |
Time Zone |
America/Denver |
Standard Time GMT / UTC |
UTC-7 |
Daylight Saving Time |
UTC-6 |
Bethlehem is a historic city in the Mafraq Governorate in central Jordan, located about 70 kilometers north of Amman. Although it shares its name with Bethlehem in Palestine, Bethlehem in Jordan is also steeped in history. The city is about 500 meters above sea level and is located in a semi-arid region surrounded by a landscape of rolling hills and river valleys.
The Bethlehem area of Jordan retains traces of early Christian and Islamic civilizations, and the ruins of Byzantine churches found nearby attest to its historical importance. There are also ancient cisterns and agricultural terracing systems around the city, demonstrating the water engineering techniques of the Nabataean civilization and the Roman period. The local traditional bazaars and stone buildings reflect typical Jordanian rural culture.
Today Bethlehem is an important agricultural center in Jordan, famous for olive and grape cultivation. The city's infrastructure is constantly being improved and it has become an important transportation node connecting the northern city with Amman. Visitors can experience traditional Jordanian village life and visit historical sites while enjoying the unique natural beauty of the Dead Sea and the Jordan Valley. Bethlehem is gradually developing into a distinctive tourist destination for exploring Jordan's history and culture.
Arimo is a small city in Kootenai County, Idaho, United States, located on the eastern edge of the Snake River Plain, and is an important gateway city into Luna National Park.With a population of about 800 (2020 data), Arimo is known for its peaceful natural atmosphere and unique energy history.In 1955, it became the first city in the world to be powered entirely by nuclear energy (by the U.S. Navy's SM-1 nuclear reactor), and it still maintains historical sites related to nuclear energy. Surrounded by vast desert and volcanic landscapes, Luna National Park's basalt column formations and natural bridge landscapes are just tens of minutes from downtown, attracting geologists and outdoor tourists alike. Though small, Arimo's blend of energy innovation and natural wonders makes it an ideal starting point for exploring the hidden places of southeastern Idaho.