Amman Historical + Shopping Pictures

• Jordan
• Middle East
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Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

Known for its dramatic domed ceiling, this 8th-century palace complex is among the most fascinating sites on the Citadel hill. 

One of the best places to hang out in Amman, this shopping center has both affordable and luxury brands, a bustling food court and even a playground.

When strolling through the maze of Amman’s gold souk let the tall minarets of this famous Ottoman-style landmark in the heart of downtown Amman be your guide. 

One of the best places to hang out in Amman, this shopping center has both affordable and luxury brands, a bustling food court and even a playground.

Perched on the highest hill in Amman, this mysterious temple is one of the most impressive sights in the ancient Citadel complex. 

People of any faith can enjoy the beautiful architecture of this stunning mosque, one of the most easily spotted landmarks in the city. 

Perched on the highest hill in Amman, this mysterious temple is one of the most impressive sights in the ancient Citadel complex. 

Browse artisan quality jewelry, purchase something special for a loved one or just be dazzled by the shop windows full of shiny displays.

At this outdoor flea market open only in the summer months, browse stalls selling clothing, antiques, handmade jewelry and local snacks. 

Perched on the highest hill in Amman, this mysterious temple is one of the most impressive sights in the ancient Citadel complex. 

Visit this small open-air museum to explore the remains of Byzantine churches with awe-inspiring ancient mosaics and other artifacts unearthed in the region.

Visit this small open-air museum to explore the remains of Byzantine churches with awe-inspiring ancient mosaics and other artifacts unearthed in the region.

Once the heart of Amman, this 2,000 year old amphitheater still inspires awe and highlights the genius of Roman engineering and design.

Wander through the exhibition halls of this museum that preserves Jordanian and Palestinian folk heritage via its collection of costumes, mosaics and more.  

Once the heart of Amman, this 2,000 year old amphitheater still inspires awe and highlights the genius of Roman engineering and design.

Jordan’s capital features a great climate, burgeoning creative and café scenes, and some of the most significant ancient ruins in the Middle East.

This bustling cobblestone street is home to many of Amman’s best shops, restaurants and nightlife destinations, drawing locals and tourists alike. 

Known for its dramatic domed ceiling, this 8th-century palace complex is among the most fascinating sites on the Citadel hill. 

Visit this small open-air museum to explore the remains of Byzantine churches with awe-inspiring ancient mosaics and other artifacts unearthed in the region.

Known for its dramatic domed ceiling, this 8th-century palace complex is among the most fascinating sites on the Citadel hill. 

For one of the best overviews of Jordan’s history and culture, come to this museum in Amman’s downtown district to see carefully preserved artifacts, including some of the Dead Sea Scrolls.

When strolling through the maze of Amman’s gold souk let the tall minarets of this famous Ottoman-style landmark in the heart of downtown Amman be your guide.