"Amman-capital of Jordan" Amman by uglyscot

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Like many other capitals in the world, Amman was built on [7?] hills. Looking from our hotel window it seems to stretch to the horizon- all white buildings, big and small and tall.
Its original name was Rabbath-Ammon.
Anywhere in Jordan can be reached in no more than 5 hours from Amman.

There is the old part of the city : City Centre or Down Town; and the new West Amman.

The citadel - Amman

The citadel

There is quite a lot to see in Amman. The Citadel is on a hill. There are columns of an old Roman Temple, and the archaeological museum with artefacts from prehistoric times up to the 15th Century.
The Museum is open from 8.00 to 18.00 daily except Fridays when it opens from 10.00 to 16.00. Entry costs 2JD.

from Royale Hotel terrace - Amman

from Royale Hotel terrace

There are many good hotels [5 star], especially in the 3rd Circle area, but also some smarter old villas to be seem when driving around.
Another Roman site is the Amphitheatre which holds about 6000 people, and is still used for performances.

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  • Pros:nice town and friendly people
  • Cons:hilly
  • Last visit to Amman: Sep 2003
  • Intro Written May 11, 2005
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I was very satisfied with the stay in the hotel , until the last day when I had an accident at the pool. I was walking... more travel advice

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    Dec 23, 2012 at 5:22 AM

    I was invited to a workshop in Amman. Now I have to decide if I ought to go there...

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    Jul 30, 2005 at 12:27 PM

    A nice country to visit, and the people are very friendly and helpful. Nice pictures.

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