Amman: Archaeological Site
Places and attractions in the Archaeological site category
Amman Citadel
Well-known historic site with ruins Perched atop the highest hill in Amman, the Amman Citadel is a monumental piece of history that offers a window into the ancient civilizations that once thrived in the region. This archaeological site, known locally as Jabal al-Qal'a, is a testament to the city's long...
Control tower Ayyubid
The Ayyubid defensive tower in Amman is a historic structure that represents a valuable trace of Jordan's history. Located in the country's capital, Amman, it stands as a witness to ancient times when the city was guarded against enemy attacks.
Temple of Hercules
Perched atop the hill of the Amman Citadel, the Temple of Hercules is a monumental testament to the ancient city's Roman past. Situated in the heart of Amman, Jordan, this archaeological site offers a glimpse into the grandeur that once characterized the Roman Empire's...
Umayyad Palace
Perched atop the ancient citadel of Amman, the Umayyad Palace stands as a testament to Jordan's rich history and cultural heritage. This archaeological site, nestled in the heart of the capital, offers a glimpse into the grandeur of early Islamic architecture...
Roman Theater
Hillside amphitheater with 2 museums Nestled in the heart of Jordan's bustling capital, the Roman Theater of Amman stands as a testament to the city's ancient heritage and architectural grandeur. This archaeological site, a relic from the Roman period, is an enduring symbol of the city's historical...
Qasr al-Abd
Nestled within the rolling hills outside the bustling city of Amman, Jordan, lies the enigmatic archaeological site of Qasr al-Abd. This ancient structure, whose name translates to "Castle of the Slave," is a testament to the Hellenistic influence that permeated the...
Nymphaeum
The Nymphaeum is a partially preserved Roman public fountain in Amman, Jordan. It is located a short distance from the Hashemite Plaza, the Roman Theater and the Odeon, at the crossing of Ibn al-Atheer and Quraysh streets in al-Balad.
Odeon theater
The Odeon is a small 500-seat theatre in Amman, Jordan. Not to be confused with the large Roman Theatre that stands right next to it, on the southern side of the Hashemite Plaza, while the Odeon stands on the east side of the Plaza.
Ammonite Watchtower
Rujm Al-Malfouf is one of a series of watchtowers from the Ammonite kingdom in modern day Amman, Jordan. Its name can be directly translated as the Hill of the Twisted, which derives from the tower's circular shape.
Khirbet es-Sar
Khirbet es-Sar is an archaeological site in Jordan. It lies in the western suburb of modern Amman, on the edge of a plateau. In the MEGA Jordan database, which stores information about sites located in Jordan, Khirbet es-Sar can be found under numbers 11304 and 3007.
Tall al-Umayri
Tall al-’Umayri is an archaeological dig site in western Jordan that dates from the Early Bronze Age to the Hellenistic period.
Heshbon
Heshbon were at least two different ancient towns located east of the Jordan River in what is now the Kingdom of Jordan, historically within the territories of ancient Ammon. Bronze Age Heshbon of biblical King Sihon has not been identified.
Tall Jawa
Tall Jawa is an archaeological and historical site in central Jordan. Excavations and research have revealed the remains of an Iron Age village of the ancient Kingdom of Ammon.