Al-Mazar Al-Shamali

Al-Mazar Al-Shamali is a town in Irbid Governorate in the northern highlands of Jordan. The town is known for its agricultural surroundings and traditional character. It serves as a local centre for the farming communities of northern Jordan.

The climate is Mediterranean: warm dry summers and cool rainy winters. The area is known for its olive and fruit production.

By Plane

Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is 110 km south (1.5 hours).

By Car / Road

Al-Mazar Al-Shamali is 20 km east of Irbid (25 min). From Amman, the drive takes 1.5 hours.

The town is small and walkable. Taxis serve the surrounding area.

• Agricultural surroundings — olive groves and fruit orchards.

• Traditional town — a quiet, residential community.

• Village walk — explore the agricultural landscape.

• Olive harvest (October–November) — observe the traditional harvest.

Small local restaurants serve basic Jordanian fare (2–4 JD).

Tea and Turkish coffee at local cafés.

• Mid-range: Irbid (25 min) has more options.

Local olive oil and seasonal produce.

• Irbid (25 min west) — the university city.
• Umm Qais (45 min northwest) — Decapolis ruins.
• Ajloun (1 hr southwest) — Ayyubid castle.
• Amman (1.5 hr south) — the capital.