Historical and artistic landmarks in Amman Qasabah District

Amman's Historical & Artistic Treasures

Amman’s heritage unfolds through its ancient ruins and contemporary cultural spaces. The Citadel Hill features the Roman Temple of Hercules and the 8th-century Umayyad Palace, while the 6,000-seat Roman Theatre remains a centerpiece of the downtown area. Museums like The Jordan Museum preserve the 9,000-year-old 'Ain Ghazal statues and Dead Sea Scrolls, while the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts and Darat al Funun showcase modern Arab artistry within restored historic villas.

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Citadel Hill

The Amman Citadel is an archeological site at the center of downtown Amman, the capital of Jordan.

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Roman Theatre

Roman Theatre of Amman is a 6,000-seat, 2nd-century Roman theatre. A famous landmark in the Jordanian capital, it dates back to the Roman…

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Nymphaeum

The Nymphaeum is a partially preserved Roman public fountain in Amman, Jordan.

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Jordan Archaeological Museum

The Jordan Archaeological Museum is located in the Citadel of Amman, Jordan.

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Odeon

A restored 2nd-century Roman theater with a capacity of roughly 500 spectators. Located adjacent to the larger Roman Theatre, it was traditionally used for musical performances and oratory.

Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts

If you have never seen Jordanian, Middle East or Muslim art, this could be your chance! Small and inviting museum!

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The Jordan Museum

Jordan’s primary archaeological museum houses the 9,000-year-old 'Ain Ghazal statues and the Copper Scroll from the Dead Sea Scrolls. The building's architecture combines modern design with traditional stone and glass.

The Royal Automobile Museum

The exhibits focus solely on the automobiles. There are more than 70 classic cars and motorbikes shown from the royal collection.

Islamic Museum

Having paid for the entrance to King Abdullah Mosque, you can also access its small museum which shows Muslim art.

Museum of Political History

If you are interested in the history of Jordan, then don't miss this museum. It specializes on the first part of 20th century.

Darat al Funun (Shoman Foundation)

This contemporary art complex occupies three renovated 1920s villas overlooking downtown Amman. The site includes a research library, an outdoor performance space, and the excavated ruins of a 6th-century Byzantine church.