65.5% visitor drop at Jesus Christ's Baptism Site (Al Maghtas) in Q1 2024, from 58,233 to 20,060.

The Baptism Site of Jesus Christ saw a significant 65.5% drop in visitors during Q1 2024, with only 20,060 visitors compared to 58,233 in the same period last year. The site, also known as Al Maghtas, welcomed 16,064 non-Arab visitors, 2,306 Jordanians, and 1,690 Arabs during January-March. Located near the Dead Sea, the site holds importance for Christian denominations and preservation efforts continue.

April 21, 2024
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