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Roman Theatre

Roman Theatre, Amman

 35 Reviews  This is a landmark of Amman. The theatre is very big and situated in Downtown Amman. The structure dates from c 170 AD. It could seat an audience of more than 6000 people. Do climb to the top for... 

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Dead Sea

Dead Sea, Amman

 14 Reviews  If your not going to Israel than make your way along the dead Sea Highway and take a float in the Dead Sea. The dramatic Jordan Rift Vally is more than 400m below seal leven when it reaches he Dead... 

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Mosques

Mosques, Amman

 30 Reviews  In suburb of Amman called " Araqim" or "Abo Alanda" There is a cave , that people it's a cave of 7 sleepers.. It's beautiful place, not far from city center , maybe 13 Km (not more 5 JD by... 

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Citadel

Citadel, Amman

 26 Reviews  We visited the Citadel in April 2009. It's certainly an interesting place ----especially with a knowledgable guide/good guidebook. There is evidence of many civilizations here and as you wander... 

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The Souk

The Souk, Amman

 11 Reviews  To Jordanians, the down town or (el balad) is conisdered a commercial area, where they wouldn't go unless they had to. But to most forigners I met and some Jordanians like me, it is more of a walk... 

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Jerash

Jerash, Amman

 14 Reviews  Jerash an ancient and most spectacular Roman town awaits you in all its grandeur and beauty. This is the most complete preserved city in the Eastern Roman Empire. A Tour of Jerash's monuments and... 

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Bethany

Bethany, Amman

 14 Reviews  At the end of your visit to Bethany you arrive to the Jordan River. It this place you are just 5 metres from the border with Israel. It is very nice to see the flags of Israel and Jordan near the... 

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Umayyad Palace

Umayyad Palace, Amman

 8 Reviews  Built by the Omayyad dynasty in 720 AD, the Palace Complex housed the governor of Amman and his entourage. The Complex included a mosque, an Entrance Hall, residential and administrative buildings and... 

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Churches

Churches, Amman

 8 Reviews  Famous for its Mosaic Map which was crafted in AD560. The mosaic represents the oldest map of Palestine in existence, and depicts all major biblical sites of the Middle East from Eqypt to Palestine.... 

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Archeological Museum

Archeological Museum, Amman

 8 Reviews  This is a small museum with an interesting collection of artefacts. Most of the items are in glass cases but there are some things which can be walked around etc. There are Roman, Nabatean, Neolithic,... 

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Temple of Hercules

Temple of Hercules, Amman

 4 Reviews  Towering above downtown Amman, the Temple of Hercules is said to have been larger than any temple in the Roman Empire's capital, Rome. It was completed in 166 AD within the Acropolis of Philadelphia,... 

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Mount Nebo

Mount Nebo, Amman

 4 Reviews  Mt Nebo is the site where Moses fgot his first glimpse of the holy land and consequently is a holy site for many religions. This place is always busy and very much forth a visit if you are interested... 

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Nymphaeum

Nymphaeum, Amman

 5 Reviews  Located in the heart of downtown, the Nymphaeum of Philadelphia dates back to 191 AD. It was once twice its current size and contained statues, mosaics, and a large pool fed by the waters of a stream... 

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Day Trips

Day Trips, Amman

 4 Reviews  Iraq Al-Ameer Women Cooperative Society History, Creativity and Hospitality The Society was found by Noor Al-Hussein Foundation in 1994 with the support of Swiss Government. 10 old houses were... 

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Roman Forum

Roman Forum, Amman

 4 Reviews  The Forum, the area in front of the Roman Theatre, is part of the remains of the old Roman city Amman was built on. The colonnaded path in front of the theatre is quite long and impressive. The Odeon... 

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Museum of Popular Traditions

Museum of Popular Traditions, Amman

 2 Reviews  The Museum of Popular Traditions is in the foundations of the Roman theater. It exhibits traditional Jordanian costumes, fine embroidery and antique jewels. It also houses several mosaics from Madaba... 

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Smoke argila (shisha)waterpipe

Smoke argila (shisha)waterpipe, Amman

 Robin020 Says:  In Jordan smoking Argila is very common in daily life,there are many places and cafes that serve Argila s well.do not be surpised to see women in the cafes that... 

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Smoke argila (shisha)waterpipe

Smoke argila (shisha)waterpipe, Amman

 Robin020 Says:  In Jordan smoking Argila is very common in daily life,there are many places and cafes that serve Argila s well.do not be surpised to see women in the cafes that... 

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Drinking tea and coffee

Drinking tea and coffee, Amman

 Robin020 Says:  Is very common to drink tea coffee public places,Jordan is not like Europe you can just call your friends and say lets meet for a pint..when you visit a local... 

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Cook your own Jordanian 4 course meal

Cook your own Jordanian 4 course meal, Amman

 onfoot Says:  There is this great place in Amman that offers both locals and tourist with cooking classes. Call them and reserve a seat and go learn how to make 4 different... 

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Friday Abdali Market - Souk Al Jum'a

Friday Abdali Market - Souk Al Jum'a, Amman

 onfoot Says:  Souk Al Jum'a or Friday market is a local open market that takes place during the summer every Friday. It has been a long exisiting market, that tends to... 

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Take a trip to Umm Qais

Take a trip to Umm Qais, Amman

 stevemt Says:  This is a located on the site of the ruined Hellenistic-Roman city of Gadara.The ruins here are spectacular and well worth a visit.On a good day you can see the... 

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The Baptsimal Site

The Baptsimal Site, Amman

 stevemt Says:  The Baptismal site has only recently been opened for tourists as it is still in a military areaIt's a strange feeling at the baptismal site, when you get to the... 

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The Duke's Diwan

The Duke's Diwan, Amman

 onfoot Says:  The Duke’s Diwan, is a chilled place where writers and artists meet in Amman, as well as passer-bys interested to see an old house from a different era in the... 

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Amman Beach

Amman Beach, Amman

 adriana81 Says:  We went on November 11th 2009, the cost was JD12 each. Our guidebooks stated it was open 24 hours a day but it did close at about 19:30, maybe because of the... 

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Four Seasons Hotel Amman

 4 Reviews and 172 Opinions  We stayed overnight at the Four Seasons, on our return trip home to Australia. We were warmly... 

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Sheraton Amman Al Nabil Hotel & Towers

 4 Reviews and 127 Opinions  Was there for two and a half week business trip. The room in the Towers was large and very well... 

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InterContinental Jordan

 6 Reviews and 174 Opinions  Heavy on the security on the way-in.. full-on airport style metal detectors. Facilities you would... 

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