About Amman

Amman, the hilly capital of Jordan, is the residence of the king and the seat of government. It was the ancient capital of the Ammonites from 13^th to 6^th century BC. It was later rebuilt and renamed Philadelphia which became part of the Decapolis during the Roman rule. Most of the town’s Roman structures were built in the 2^nd century AD.

Modern City

Downtown Amman features spectacular Roman ruins, an international-standard museum, mosques, souqs and coffeehouses that are central to Jordanian life. Western Amman has residential districts, cafes, modern malls and art galleries. Eastern Amman offers the more traditional and conservative pulse of the city.

Significant Landmarks

The Citadel sits on the highest hill in Amman and is the site of ancient Rabbath-Ammon. The most striking landmarks are the Temple of Hercules and the Ummayad Palace. The restored Roman Theatre features a set of steep stairs that can seat up to 6,000 people. It is also home to the Jordan Museum of Popular Traditions and the Jordan Folklore Museum. Next to the Roman Theatre is Odeon, a much smaller theatre that seats about 500 people.