Attire
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Jordan is a primary a Muslim country, although the freedom of all religions is protected. Muslim women's clothing often covers their arms, legs and hair. |
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[edit] Business
Normal business dress for men is a suit and tie. However, there are some businessmen who prefer to work in just a dress shirt and pants and that style is becoming more acceptable.
Normal business attire for women is a dress. The hemline should always cover the knees and mid calf but longer is better. The sleeves should cover the elbow but closer to the wrist is better. Avoid low necklines and cutaway backs. If you can, try to find footage of Rania, Queen of Jordan, on a news service and note how she dresses. She is a well-respected role model for the thirty-something woman.
[edit] Tourists
Western women are not subject to these customs, but very revealing clothing is never appropriate, and conservative dress is advisable for both men and women in the old part of Amman (Downtown), and outside the cities. Shorts are rarely worn by either sex, and would be out of place in downtown Amman area.
Topless sunbathing is prohibited and one-piece swimsuits are preferred, although two-piece swimsuits are acceptable at hotels pools.
Even in summer, evenings can be cool, so sweater or shawl is advisable. Winters can be extremely cold, especially in Amman and the east; you will need a raincoat.
Walking shoes are advisable since Petra and most of the archaeological sites are unpaved and sandy.
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