# Ma'an

> city in Jordan

**Wikidata**: [Q31616](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q31616)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ma'an)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/ma-an

## Summary  
Ma’an is a city in Jordan and the capital of the Ma’an Governorate, situated in the southern part of the country. With a population of 30,046 as of 2008, it serves as a key administrative and cultural hub in the region. Founded in 1898, the city is known for its historical significance and strategic location.  

## Key Facts  
- **Area**: 7.52 square kilometres.  
- **Population**: 30,046 (2008 census).  
- **Elevation**: 1,108 metres above sea level.  
- **Timezone**: UTC+02:00 (UTC+03:00 during daylight saving time).  
- **Official Language**: Arabic.  
- **Website**: https://www.maan.gov.jo (available in Arabic and English).  
- **Founding Year**: 1898.  
- **UN/LOCODE**: JOMPQ.  
- **Geonames ID**: 248382.  
- **Coordinates**: 30.1933° N, 35.7333° E.  
- **Aliases**: Ma’aan, Maʻān, Ma’an, مدينة معان, جحفية.  
- **Capital Of**: Ma’an Governorate.  
- **Locator Map**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Jordan_location_map_Topographic.png.  
- **Encyclopedia Entries**: TDV Encyclopedia of Islam, Encyclopædia Britannica, Visuotinė lietuvių enciklopedija.  
- **Wikipedia Languages**: 43 languages, including Arabic, English, French, and Spanish.  

## FAQs  
**Where is Ma’an located?**  
Ma’an is situated in southern Jordan, within the Ma’an Governorate, at coordinates 30.1933° N, 35.7333° E.  

**When was Ma’an founded?**  
The city was founded in 1898.  

**What is the population of Ma’an?**  
As of 2008, the population is 30,046.  

**What language is officially used in Ma’an?**  
Arabic is the official language.  

**What timezones does Ma’an observe?**  
The city uses UTC+02:00 and UTC+03:00 during daylight saving time.  

**Why is Ma’an notable?**  
It serves as the capital of the Ma’an Governorate and is a historically significant city in Jordan.  

**What is the elevation of Ma’an?**  
The city is 1,108 metres above sea level.  

**Does Ma’an have an official website?**  
Yes, https://www.maan.gov.jo, available in Arabic and English.  

**What are alternative names for Ma’an?**  
Common aliases include Ma’aan, Maʻān, and مدينة معان.  

## Why It Matters  
Ma’an holds significance as a historical and administrative center in southern Jordan. As the capital of the Ma’an Governorate, it plays a critical role in regional governance and culture. Its founding in 1898 and strategic location highlight its enduring importance in Jordan’s development. The city’s elevation and geographic position also make it a notable landmark in the country’s topography.  

## Notable For  
- Capital of the Ma’an Governorate.  
- Founded in 1898, reflecting its historical roots.  
- Elevation of 1,108 metres, offering a unique geographic profile.  
- Multilingual official website (Arabic and English).  
- Documented in multiple international encyclopedias and databases.  
- Strategic location in southern Jordan.  

## Body  

### Geography and Location  
Ma’an is located in southern Jordan, within the Ma’an Governorate, at coordinates 30.1933° N, 35.7333° E. The city spans 7.52 square kilometres and has an elevation of 1,108 metres above sea level. A locator map is available at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Jordan_location_map_Topographic.png.  

### History  
Founded in 1898, Ma’an has a rich historical background, documented in sources such as the TDV Encyclopedia of Islam and Encyclopædia Britannica.  

### Administration and Government  
As the capital of the Ma’an Governorate, the city serves as the administrative center for the region. Arabic is the official language, and the city’s official website (https://www.maan.gov.jo) provides services in both Arabic and English.  

### Demographics  
As of 2008, the population of Ma’an is 30,046, cited from the Russian Wikipedia.  

### Infrastructure and Services  
The city’s digital presence includes a multilingual website and entries in global databases such as GeoNames (ID: 248382) and OpenStreetMap (Node ID: 802584976).  

### Cultural and Historical Significance  
Ma’an is recognized in multiple encyclopedias, including the Visuotinė lietuvių enciklopedija and the National Library of Israel (J9U ID: 987007562298305171). Its aliases, such as Ma’aan and مدينة معان, reflect its cultural and linguistic diversity.  

### International Recognition  
The city is identified by the UN/LOCODE JOMPQ and has a BBC Things ID (4e630244-f2f8-4427-8aed-e74ccabab93b). It is also featured in the Yale Lux ID (place/050d59f1-5d52-48d9-b01c-c29cc46b68ff).  

### Unique Identifiers  
Ma’an has a GNS Unique Feature ID (-972457) and a Kulturenvanteri Taxonomy ID (18551), underscoring its global documentation.  

### Notable Features  
The city’s snarc_id is listed as “Sasha Grey,” though context for this identifier is unclear. Ma’an is distinct from other entities with similar names, as noted in its “different_from” property.  

### Media and Documentation  
A 2014 image of Ma’an is available at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Ma,an_-_panoramio.jpg, and the city is categorized under the commons category “Ma’an.”  

### Language and Terminology  
The official name (معان) and native label (Maʻān) are recognized in Arabic script, with citations from the Russian Wikipedia.  

### Technical Specifications  
The city’s timezone observance (UTC+02:00 and UTC+03:00) is referenced from the Russian Wikipedia, and its elevation data is similarly cited.  

### Related Entities  
Ma’an is linked to the Ma’an Governorate as both its capital and location, with governance and geographic ties documented in English Wikipedia archives.

## References

1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
2. GeoNames
3. BBC Things
4. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/jo.htm)
5. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File