Gawr as-Safi

Gawr as-Safi

Ghor es-Safi is an area in the Jordan Valley that is located in the Wadi al-Hasa, close to the southern part of the Dead Sea. It is shown as "Zoara" on the 6th century map of Madaba. Safi, with a population of approximately 20,000, is located at the lowest point on earth, more than 400 meters below sea level. The community relies primarily on agriculture in the heart of the fertile Jordan Valley. The region is also full of a rich historical and cultural heritage that can be discovered through its archaeological sites. A visit to this valley, home to ancient tales that are still told around the world, and the discovery of this little-known piece of history will take you back in time. Safi is probably best known for its historic sugar cane factories dating back to the 11th century. The Museum at the Lowest Place on Earth, which displays many archaeological finds from the surrounding area, is located in Ghor es-Safi. Since 2014 especially, work has been done to conserve the Tawahin as-Sukkar archaeological site and make it accessible to visitors. Agro-tourism, for example through the Jordan Southern Ghawr Company, is a growing source of employment in Safi.