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Amman - Jordan
Modern Amman is an eclectic mix of the present and the past.  It is one of the most modern and liberal cities in the Middle East, but you wouldn't know looking at the historic architecture.  New skyscrapers are being built in Abdali in stark contrast to the low-rise sandstone apartment buildings that sprout from the hills.

There is a large contrast between East Amman and West Amman.  West Amman is lively and modern.  It is home to four and five star hotels, embassies, and the government.  There are wide boulevards, parks, and shopping malls.  East Amman is poorer, with...Read More

Places To Visit

Hotels In Amman

A 3-star hotel situated in the heart of Amman, only few minutes' walking from the city's major...
The Four Seasons is the ultimate luxury hotel with a convenient location. The hotel offers fitness...
With a fine location in the popular area of Swefieh, the Al Waleed Hotel offers comfortable...
A 4-star hotel offering a great position in Amman, 30 minutes driving from Queen Alia International...
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Muslim Information

Masjid Information

In Muslim countries there is usually a Mosque at every street corner so we are not listing masjids here.

Halal Restaurants

In Muslim countries the food served in most restaurants is Halal so we are not listing halal restaurants here.

Prayer Timings

FajrSunrise ZuhrAsr MaghribIsha
04:0205:37 12:3304:13 07:2909:04

Transportation/Getting Around

Car Rental
It's definitely easier and cheaper ...		 Taxi
Taxis are the easiest and most ...
Driving Tips
Once again, taxis are cheap and ...		 From the Airport
Queen Alia International Airport ...
Bus
Public transport in Amman leaves ...		 Metro
Amman's modern and extensive Metro ...

Amman - Jordan

Amman History
Amman has been settled for millenia. From the Chalcolithic Period (c. 4000 – 3000 BCE), Amman became the capital of the Ammonites as Rabbath-Ammon, which later fell to the Assyrians.  During the Greek and Roman period, the city was renamed Philadelphia (the City of Brotherly Love) and became an important trading center.

After the Romans left, Amman declined.  The region was controlled by a series of Islamic empires, from the Abbasids through the Ottomans. Amman was just a small town until the construction of the Hijaz Railway, which ran from Medina to Damascus, in the... read more

Amman Marriott Hotel
eing close to the business district makes it ideal for business travelers, and being close to...		 Four Seasons Amman
The Four Seasons is the ultimate luxury hotel with a convenient location. The hotel offers fitness...
Grand Hyatt Amman
A 5 star luxury hotel located in the business district Jabal Amman, ideal for business travelers....		 Kempinski Amman
A uniquely designed 5 star luxury hotel that serves as a convenient base for doing business as well...
Le Meridien Amman
Le Meridien Amman is an ideal gateway to all that Jordan has to offer, since it is strategically...		 Al-Waleed Hotel 3-star
With a fine location in the popular area of Swefieh, the Al Waleed Hotel offers comfortable...
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City Mall
A shopping destination for the whole family that offers a wide selection of international brands,...		 Mecca Mall
Enjoy dining, shopping, and entertainment at Mecca Mall. The mall includes 490 shops, mostly...
Wakalat Street
Walak Street is a new street with big western stores for mostly clothes, furniture and sport. If...		 Rainbow Street
Along Rainbow Street, there is a great variety of shops and galleries such as Jordan River Design,...
Downtown Area (The Balad)
Major Downtown shopping streets include King Talal Street and King Faysal Street. Shops in the...		 Souq Jabal Al Hussain
Offer aromatic spices and Arabic delicacies, along with cheap products such as men and women’s...
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Jordan Festival
A cultural festival that includes expressions of creativity and talent such as singing, music,...		 Jordan Short Film Festival
An annual showcase of the best in short films internationally. The festival aims at promoting...
Amman International Theatre Festival
This festival includes performances from Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Swiss, Italy, Palestine, Jordan,...		 Global Village
Live a great experience of cultures at this annual carnival that takes place between July and...
Amman Summer Festival
Offers free entertainment activities and programs for the local community as well as tourists, with...		 Dead Sea Ultra Marathon
The marathon is a fund raising event held annually, from Amman to the Dead Sea.
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Indochine Restaurant at Grand Hyatt Amman
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Price range: $15-$50
Address: Hussein Bin Ali St., Amman 11183,...		 La Cuccina
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $25-$100
Address: Abdoun

La Cuccina is a...
Fakhr El-Din
Cuisine: Lebanese
Price range: $20-$30
Address: Jabal Amman, 2nd Circle
Tel:...		 Kan Zaman
Address: Yadoudeh, Airport Road
Tel: +962 6 4128393
An impressive old castle from the...
Romero restaurant
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $11-$20 
Tel: +962 6 4644227
Address: Jabal...		 T.G.I Friday’s
Price range: $15-$25
Address: City Mall, Amman

An international food chain with...
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Fast Facts
-Location:
Middle East
Borders Syria, Saudi Arabia, the Red Sea, Palestine, Israel, and Iraq.
Geographic co-ordinates: 29 - 34 00 N, 35 - 39 E

-Area:
total: 89,213 sq. km (34, 445 sq. miles)
land: 88,884 sq. km (34, 318 sq. miles)
water: 329 sq. km (127 sq. miles)

-Dialing code:
+962
City/area codes are in use, e.g. (0)6 for Amman.

-Currency:
Jordan Dinars (JOD)

-Emergency numbers
192 (Police)
193 (Ambulance)

-Population
More than 5 million people
More than 2 million live in the capital, Amman.

-Languages
Official language of Jordan is Arabic
English is widely spoken – especially in the cities

-Time zone
October – March: G.M.T. + 2
April – September: G.M.T. + 3

-Average January temperatures
7.9 ˚C  (46.2 ˚F)

-Average July temperatures
25.1 ˚C  (77.2 ˚F)

-Annual rainfall
Month
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Year
Rainfall mm (inches)
171.9
(6.77)
99.7
(3.93)
76.0
(2.99)
45.3
(1.78)
14.1
(0.56)
0.0
(0)
0.0
(0)
0.0
(0)
0.0
(0)
36.3
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When To Go

When to go
Winters in Amman can be quite unpleasant, with chilly temperatures and frequent rain (and even snow).  When it rains, the roads are hazardous.  Poor drainage turns sidewalks and roads into ...

Kids In Tow

What to do with Children in Tow
1. Waves Waterpark

The water park has lots of thrilling rides to keep ...

Health & Safety

Safety
Jordan is generally the safest and most secure Middle Eastern country as you can walk and drive in most places without fear of encountering ...

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