Amman Travel Guide
Amman |
Amman, the capital of Jordan, is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world but essentially it is a product of the 20th century. It was little …
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Roman Theatre
Roman Theatre
Amman's Roman Theatre is the most impressive legacy of the Roman Philadelphia and was built under Antonius Pius (138-161AD). Cut into the rock of the hill, it once seated 6000 people for…
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Upcoming Events in Amman |
 | Amman Dead Sea Ultra Marathon Apr 2010 (annual) Amman The Amman Dead Sea Ultra Marathon is a gruelling test of endurance. The… more... |
 | Amman International Theatre Festival Apr 2010 (annual) Amman This annual festival is the only one in the Middle East and North Africa to be… more... |
Travel essentials |
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Weather
Nightlife |
Information on nightlife in Amman may be difficult to find but the Jordan Times (website: www.jordantimes.com) has a list of what is on and where for every day. There seems to be little distinction between venues with many multi-tasking. Some cafes and restaurants become pubs at night. Some of the top places don’t serve alcohol and there is little or nothing staying open later than 0100 or 0200.Bars: The Irish Pub can be found in the basement of the Dove Hotel between the Fourth and Fifth Circle…
Sightseeing |
Amman may be a product of the 20th century but at its heart is the ancient Citadel of Rabbath Ammon. Sitting on top of Jabal Al-Qala’a, it can be seen throughout the city. Excavations are ongoing but so far archaeologists have uncovered remains from the Roman, Byzantine and Islamic periods. Jordan’s small archaeological museum is on this site and contains the county’s collection of Dead Sea Scrolls.Most of the remains of the Roman city of Philadelphia can be seen from the Citadel and it’s a shor…
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