The "City of Mosaics," famous for the 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land in St. George's Church.
While not directly mentioned in the Bible, Madaba is located in the region of ancient Moab, east of the Dead Sea. The mosaic map depicts biblical sites including Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Jericho, and the Jordan River, providing invaluable historical context for biblical geography.
Madaba flourished during the Byzantine period (5th-7th centuries) as a center of Christianity. The Madaba Map, created around 560 AD, is the oldest surviving cartographic representation of the Holy Land and includes over 150 Greek captions describing biblical locations.
Country: Jordan
Region: East of Dead Sea
Coordinates: 31.719500, 35.793800
Most guided tours allocate 1-2 hours for Madaba, allowing time for exploration, reflection, and photography. Private tours can be customized to spend more time.
Spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) offer ideal weather for visiting the Holy Land.
Yes. Madaba is included in many Christian pilgrimage itineraries.
Request quotes from vetted Holy Land tour operators. Compare itineraries, inclusions, and travel dates.