
**Madaba** is a historic city in Jordan, located about 30 km southwest of Amman. It is best known for its **Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics**.
Its most famous site is the St. George’s Church, which houses the **Madaba Map**, a 6th-century mosaic depicting the Holy Land and considered the oldest surviving geographic map of the region.
Madaba is also a gateway to important nearby sites such as Mount Nebo, where, according to tradition, Moses saw the Promised Land.
Today, the city is known for its **mosaic craftsmanship**, relaxed atmosphere, and rich religious heritage, attracting visitors interested in history and culture.
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