dead sea panoramiccomplex

The Complex Facts:- The Dead Sea Panoramic Complex was built taking

nature conservation into consideration; no animals, plants,or geological landscape have been harmed during its
construction.

- The Complex stands on the edge of the Arabian plate.

dead sea panoramiccomplex
Offering spectacular views overlooking the Dead Sea and theHoly Land, the Dead Sea Panoramic Complex perched atop theedge of the Zara mountain range cliffs, stands as an information beacon explaining the history and significance of thelowest point on Earth.

- Built in the Islamic oriental style, the Complex

The Complex consists of two main buildings that offer amuseum, dining services, and a meeting room, as well as otherfacilities and activities.

- The stone used in building the complex is called travertine

In addition to providing a scenic viewpoint and access to sites
with religious and historical significance, The Dead Sea
Panoramic Complex was built to create a new tourist attraction in the Dead Sea area.

architecture takes the traditions and history of the region
into consideration.
and is found naturally in Jordan. Its color is in perfectharmony with the surrounding landscape, allowing theComplex to blend into its environment.

- In an effort to be more environmentally friendly, theDead Sea Panoramic Complex is powered by clean energy
systems using photovoltaic technology. The Japanese
government, through the International Cooperation System(JICS), funds this project.

The Complex has also established a facility for educational
excursions aimed at tourists and students alike and offers
unrivaled dining services situated at the edge of a cliff thatboasts extraordinary panoramic views and breathtaking
sunsets.

The Royal Society for theConservation of Nature (RSCN)Is an independent, non-government organization devoted
to the conservation of Jordan’s wildlife and wild places. It
was founded in 1966 under the patronage of His Majesty
the late King Hussein and has been given responsibility by
the government to establish and manage protected areas
and enforce environmental laws. As such, it is one of thefew voluntary organizations in the Middle East to begranted such a public service mandate.
Wild Jordan is part of RSCN and is responsible for socioeconomic programs, including all eco-tourism and handicraft enterprises, which link the protection of nature withimproving the livelihoods of local communities.

Working Hours:

Dead Sea Panoramic Complex is open daily from 9:00 am
to 4.00 pm winter time, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm summer time.

Contact us:

Dead Sea Panoramic Complex
Tel: (+962 5) 3491 133
Email: panorama@rscn.org.jo
The Dead Sea Panoramic Complex (DSPC) was officially opened in 2006.
The RSCN took full responsibility to manage, develop, and promote thisunique site under a partnership agreement with the Ministry ofTourism and Antiquities.
This project was made possible through a soft loan funded by theJapanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

Wild Jordan

Tel: (+962 6) 4616 523
Email: tourism@rscn.org.jo
We have flexible booking arrangementsfor our facilities.

www.rscn.org.jodead seamuseum

Conference HallThe Dead Sea Museum is Jordan’s first specialized natural
history museum dedicated to the Dead Sea area, full ofinteresting information and beautiful pictures describing thegeology, ecology, archeology, and conservation of the Dead Sea.
It also traces the civilizations that once occupied the area andthe cultural legacies they left behind. The Museum’s four main
sections — Origins, Ecosystem, Human Interaction, and Dead
Sea in Danger — provide the context necessary to understandthis amazing location. In the final section of the Museum, theDead Sea in Danger, visitors can learn about the present
situation of the Dead Sea and its uncertain future, caused bywater level decrease, which averages one meter each year.

The Museum Shop

Situated in the Dead Sea
Museum’s hall, the recentlyinaugurated Museum Shop
offers visitors the chance tobuy gifts and souvenirs thatreflect the natural history ofthe museum’s concept andphilosophy.

The purchase of any productfrom this shop helps inimproving the livelihoods ofthese underprivileged
communities by offering
them employment opportunities and sustainable
incomes.

Offering a fully equipped
Conference Hall that can beused for conferences,
workshops, trainings, andexhibitions, the Complex
provides a unique andinspiring venue.
The hall located in the mainbuilding seats 140 people,
contains two translation
booths, built-in light control
with dimming system,
surround sound, and anintegrated large screen forpresentations.

The purchase of any
product from this boutiquesupports the Museum’s
educational and awarenessactivities that target thepublic schools of local
communities in the region.

Positioned inside theComplex’s main building is aunique nature shop thatsells handmade products
produced by the local

7th Circle

King Abdullah Str.

OutdoorAmphitheater

28 km

The Complex’s outdoor mini
amphitheater — locatedbetween the main building
and the restaurant — canhold up to 120 people and is
the perfect venue foractivities like lectures, study
groups, and mini concerts.

Directions:

From Amman, the trip to the Panoramic Complex takes
approximately 1 hour. Start at the 7th Circle and take theDesert Highway (Airport Road) south; 5 km from the circle,
exit right toward the Dead Sea. Continue on the highway
past the hotels and beach resorts.

The Cosmetics Shop

Established in 2010 by
Jordan’s world-renowned
cosmetics brand, Rivage, thisboutique — located in theComplex’s main building —offers visitors a full range ofproducts and gifts madefrom the finest Dead Sea
minerals.
Rivage has been specializingin transforming the Dead
Sea’s natural resources intomineral-rich cosmetics insince 1996.

The Nature Shop

Panorama Restaurant

Enjoy a sumptuous meal atthis restaurant situated at
the edge of the Zara Cliffs
with beautiful views
overlooking the Dead Sea.
The Panorama Restaurant
offers an indoor area and an
outdoor terrace that serves
up to 200 people, between
noon and midnight.
Intimate meals, as well as
catered events, can beprovided. The restaurant ismanaged by the 5-star
Evason Ma’in Hot Springs
and Six Senses Spa.

mcommunities living in andaround the nature reserves
that are managed by theRSCN.

70 kFacilities &Activities

Continue until you reach a junction sign marked “PanoramicComplex.” Turn left and proceed up the hill, following thesigns to the entrance gate on your right.

Zara Cliff Walkeasy walk that allows you to
explore the Zara Cliffs withits breathtaking views andincredible biodiversity.
Please ask for the Zara Cliff Walk
brochure for more information.

Viewing Vistas

A viewing vista andorientation map are locatedin front of the restaurant’sterrace.
Equipped with a glassorientation sign andcompass, this is a perfectlocation to capture spectacular views of the Dead Sea
basin and the West Bank.

From Madaba, the trip to the Panoramic Complex takes
approximately 40 minutes. Start from the center of Madaba— King Abdullah Street — through Ma’in Hot Springs Street.
Once you reach the “Ma’in Hot Springs/Dead Sea PanoramicComplex” sign you have to drive a distance of 26 km to reachthe complex.