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Montreal Hotel

Experience live re-enactments of historic battles, local cuisine, and outdoor adventures in a stunning mountainous region rich in heritage.

OUR EXPERIENCES
Shobak is a historically important area, as the Montréal Castle was the site of an important battle between the Crusaders and Saladin in the 12th century AD. As a result, the Montréal hotel offers a unique live re-enactment of the battle on certain days and frequent tours of the castle and the surroundings. They aim to showcase the history and heritage to international tourist and Jordanians alike. Guests will uncover what life was like during the 12th century and how the city progressed from there. The Jordan Heritage Revival Company (JHRC) also provides authentic local experiences that reveal life on the edge of the desert. JHRC works with the local community of Shobak to provide activities, such as hiking, cycling, home cooked meals, and cooking classes. The hotel also organizes trips to a number of beautiful vantage points, local villages, farms, and local associations to take photographs, buy local products, and obtain a better understanding of the local economy. Some of the more strenuous activities are age dependent and do require a moderate level of fitness. However, there are many family activities that cater to all.

ABOUT US
The Jordan Heritage Revival Company (JHRC) was established in 2010 as part of the King Abduallah II Fund for Development (KAFD), and the organization was created to revive Jordan’s historical heritage through live re-enactments. However, in 2016 the JHRC expanded into newer territory by creating the Montréal Hotel in Shobak. The hotel is located adjacent to the Shobak Castle, which was once a Crusader castle and which is also a popular tourist destination. The hotel offers an array of outdoor experiences that aim to highlight the rich history and the stunning landscapes that surround this mountainous region. The hotel and the experiences that they offer also benefit the community of Shobak greatly, as the majority of the staff are retired veterans (it is important to note that soldiers are generally forced into retirement at the age of 36 due to high unemployment rates). The hotel has a capacity for 45 guests in 20 rooms.

OUR IMPACT
In 2018, Jordan Tourism Board partnered with Tourism Cares on a Meaningful Travel Map as part of the Tourism Cares with Jordan Meaningful Travel Summit. The 12 pins on the Jordan Map represent social enterprises and community tourism experiences around the country, developed in partnership with Baraka Destinations. The Map was designed to diffuse the economic benefits of tourism to smaller communities and support sustainable tourism growth.

The interactive map of Jordan can be found on the website: https://www.myjordanjourney.com/experience-meaningful-travel

DETAILS
To learn more, contact: Info@montrealhotel.jo

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