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Live a great experience of cultures at this annual carnival that takes place between July and August in Amman. The carnival includes country pavilions, fun fair, main theatre, and food court. http://globalvillagejo.com/
Live a great experience of cultures at this annual carnival that takes place between July and August in Amman. The carnival includes country pavilions, fun fair, main theatre, and food court. http://globalvillagejo.com/
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ammanThis festival includes performances from Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Swiss, Italy, Palestine, Jordan, Sweden, and Turkey in both English and Arabic. http://www.alfawanees.com/
ammanThe marathon is a fund raising event held annually, from Amman to the Dead Sea. www.deadseamarathon.com
ammanOffers free entertainment activities and programs for the local community as well as tourists, with the participation of musicians and dancers from local bands, in addition to bands from Arab and European countries. http://www.ammancity.gov.jo/arabic/living/summer.asp
ammanA cultural festival that includes expressions of creativity and talent such as singing, music, theatre performance, visual art, poetry, folklore performances and handicrafts.
ammanAn annual showcase of the best in short films internationally. The festival aims at promoting artistic freedom of expression and intercultural understanding. www.jordanfilmfestival.com
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ammanIt may look dirty, sketchy, and chaotic, and indeed it is dirty, sketchy, and chaotic, but downtown Amman, also known as Wasat Al Balad (center of the nation), is the beating heart of the city. It's easy to get lost in the winding and hilly streets, lined with shops selling just about everything. While most of Amman is peaceful and orderly, downtown is awash in humanity. Despite the shabby look, it's actually quite safe. As in the rest of the city, you don't have to worry too much about pickpockets and scammers.
ammanThe water park has lots of thrilling rides to keep the children entertained. It is the perfect place to relax and have fun especially for children who are bored of shopping and visiting tourist sites.
ammanMadaba is one of Jordan's many ancient cities. This charming town is located about 30km southwest of Amman. It has been settled for thousands of years, and was mentioned in the 9th century BC Mesha Stele, which helped archaeologists corroborate several episodes from the bible. Madaba thrived as a Roman town, and during the Byzantine period many magnificent churches were built. After Islam took over, the city began to decline and was abandoned by 1100. In the 19th century, the area was resettled by Christians facing persecution elsewhere in Jordan.
ammanIn an alternate universe, Salt is the capital of Amman. It was the region's capital under the Ottomans and was slated to be the capital of British Transjordan before a disagreement precipitated the move to Amman. Today it is a charming and ancient town 30km northwest of the capital. The area is littered with Roman ruins and the town's citadel dates from the early thirteenth century.
ammanThe town of Umm Al Jimal was likely founded by the Nabateans in the first century BC. It was incorporated into the Roman Empire in the second century AD, but soon after was destroyed in a revolt. During the Byzantine Period, the city prospered as a military outpost and trading center. It's heyday was during the sixth and seventh centuries, before war and a devastating earthquake in 747 caused its abandonment.
ammanJerash (or Gerasa as it used to be known) is one of the best preserved Roman cities outside of Rome. The area has been settled since prehistoric times, but it did not become significant until General Pompey conquered the region in 63BC. Under the Romans the city prospered due to its position on the Via Nova Traiana, a highway between Aqaba and Damascus. The population reached 20,000 at its height. During the Byzantine and early Umayyad period, Jerash continued to thrive, but a devastating earthquake in 749AD left the city in ruins. Modern Jerash has a population around 30,000 and is built just to the east of the ruins, on top of the residential neighborhoods of Gerasa.
ammanThe Dead Sea is a unique environment. It is so named because nothing can live in the hyper-saline water, which fluctuates around 31.5% salt. The Dead Sea is also the lowest point in the world -- its surface 423m below sea level. Because of decreased inflow from the Jordan River, the Dead Sea is slowly shrinking. The entire southern half has become disconnected and is now maintained only for industry. Plans are in the works for a canal connecting the Red Sea and the Dead Sea, which would refill it and address Jordan's chronic water issues. It would also permanently alter the Dead Sea's unique chemistry.
ammanKerak Castle is a magnificent crusader's castle just outside the town of Kerak. Construction began in the 1140s, at a strategic location on top of a hill. It was part of the Crusader's Kingdom of Jerusalem. In the ensuing decades the castle was expanded. Towers and a moat were added.
ammanDuring Roman times, Umm Qais was known as Gadara. It was a city of the Decapolis, a loose confederation of cities in the Roman province of Syria. Other members included Philadelphia (Amman), Gerash, and Damascus. Gadara thrived under the Romans, but quickly declined after their empire fell. It was a small village when Islam arrived in the seventh century, and abandoned soon after. Archaeological excavations did not begin until 1982.
ammanMount Nebo is a ridge that rises 817m above sea level about 35km southwest of Amman. In the Old Testament, Mount Nebo is where Moses first glimpsed the Holy land (and where he was later buried). The view has not changed. It's simply breathtaking. On a clear day you can see all the way to Jerusalem. Be sure to go in the afternoon or evening on a clear day, because the view isn't as good in the morning.
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ammanCuisine: Vietnamese Price range: $15-$50 Address: Hussein Bin Ali St., Amman 11183, Jordan Tel: + 962 6 465 1234 Experience a touch of historical romance at Indochine. The restaurant captures the 1930s colonial Vietnam with its atmosphere. The open theatre kitchen makes the wait for food entertaining.
ammanCuisine: Italian Price range: $25-$100 Address: Abdoun
ammanCuisine: Lebanese Price range: $20-$30 Address: Jabal Amman, 2nd Circle Tel: +962 6 4652399 / 4641789
ammanAddress: Yadoudeh, Airport Road Tel: +962 6 4128393 An impressive old castle from the 19th century on a hilltop converted to a beautiful restaurant. The restaurant offers local and International dishes.
ammanCuisine: Italian Price range: $11-$20 Tel: +962 6 4644227 Address: Jabal Amman, near 3rd Circle and Intercontinental Hotel Website: http://www.romero-jordan.com
ammanPrice range: $15-$25 Address: City Mall, Amman
ammanPrice range: less than $10 It is not a place to spend all evening, rather come and eat, the prices very reasonable, the food is good.
ammanPrice range: less than $10 Hashim restaurant is popular with locals for its falafel, hummus and ful. Great value for money, as everything is fresh, tastes good and is very cheap.
ammanAddress: Al-Madeenah Al-Munawarah Street, 8th Circle Tel: +962 6 5343733
ammanPrice range: $5-$10 Address: 1st Circle, Othan Bin Afan St, Jabal Amman Tel: +962 646 335 42