Overlooking the Jordan Valley is Mount Nebo, one of the supposed sites of the tomb of Moses. The summit of this lonely, wind-swept mountain commands spectacular views over the Dead Sea to the West Bank and Jerusalem and you can see the springs where Moses smote the ground to bring forth water. Standing amongst extensive ruins is a small church, which houses some fine and beautifully preserved sixth century mosaics, which are still being uncovered.

Just 20 minutes south of Amman, on the Kings Highway, is the mosaic-filled city of Madaba Located in the middle of Jordan's most fertile land, in many respects Madaba is a typical sleepy East Bank town which differs in one major aspect: underneath almost every house lies a fine Byzantine mosaic. Many of these mosaics have been excavated and are on display in the town's museum, but it is estimated that many more lie hidden waiting to be discovered. The most important mosaic we visit is still in its original place on the floor of the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. This huge well -preserved work of art comprises a map of the holy land including the entire region from Jordan and Palestine in the north, to Egypt in the south. Also of interest in Madaba are the Church of the Virgin and the Church of the Holy Apostles.