The Jordan River holds great historical and religious significance. Through breathtaking photographs Carta's The River Jordan: An Illustrated Guide from Bible Days to the Present not only takes the reader on a virtual tour of the Jordan River, but also of the landscapes, towns and holy sites on both sides of the river, such as Nazareth, Shiloh, Emmaus, and the River Jabbok.This book is designed for Christian tourists and provides panoramic vistas, the River Jordan in the Bible through maps, a satellite photograph of the Rift Valley, and a special fold-out map.