Mahis, Amman

Name: Mahis
Address: Amman, Jordan

#28 among attractions in Amman

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Mahis is a town in the Balqa Governorate northwest from the governorate's capital Salt, and 10 kilometers west of Amman. Its population was 17,754 in 2015. Most of the population of Mahis descends from the Abbadi tribe. The mountainous town is located at over 800 meters, with views on the Jordan Valley, West Bank with Jerusalem's walls visible on the horizon. Mahis is known for its orchards and its numerous water fountains and springs, notably the Fountain of Mahis. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 31°59'0"N, 35°45'60"E

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Nearby attractions include: Mecca Mall, Royal Automobile Museum, City Mall, Al Hussein Public Parks.

4.5 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Mecca Mall, Amman
114 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city of Amman, Mecca Mall stands as a modern-day oasis for shoppers and entertainment seekers alike. This expansive shopping center, located in the western part of the Jordanian capital, has been serving locals and tourists since its...
3.5 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Royal Automobile Museum, Amman
89 min walk • The Royal Automobile Museum in Amman, Jordan stands as a tribute to the late King Hussein's passion for cars and motoring. This museum is a journey through time, showcasing a personal collection that reflects historical, cultural, and technological milestones in the...
4.2 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
City Mall, Amman
107 min walk • City Mall stands as a beacon of modern retail and leisure in the bustling city of Amman, Jordan. This contemporary shopping centre, located in the heart of the capital, is a hub for both locals and tourists seeking a comprehensive shopping experience coupled with...
3.6 miE
Garden, Park
Al Hussein Public Parks, Amman
92 min walk • Nestled within the bustling cityscape of Amman, Jordan, Al Hussein Public Parks emerges as an oasis of tranquility and greenery. This expansive park, a verdant retreat for residents and visitors alike, offers a serene escape from the urban hustle.
3.5 miE
Museum, Children's museum
The Children's Museum, Amman
89 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Jordan's bustling capital, the Children's Museum in Amman stands as a beacon of learning and discovery for the young minds of the region. This interactive museum, established in 2007, is dedicated to engaging children in hands-on, educational...
4.9 miS
Archaeological site
Qasr al-Abd, Amman
127 min walk • 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...
4.9 miNE
Area
Sweileh area, Amman
125 min walk • Sweileh is district number sixteen in Amman, Jordan out of twenty-seven. It lies to the north of the city center. It was founded by Chechen settlers in 1906 during Ottoman rule. It had a population of 151,016 in the 2015 census.
4.6 miSE
Archaeological site
Khirbet es-Sar, Amman
117 min walk • 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.
3.3 miE
Mosque
King Hussein Mosque, Amman
85 min walk • King Hussein Bin Talal Mosque, better known as the King Hussein Mosque, is the largest mosque in Jordan. Not to be confused with the 1924 Grand Al-Husseini Mosque, also known as King Hussein Mosque, in Downtown Amman.
4.7 miE
Universities and schools
New English School, Amman
121 min walk • The New English School is a bilingual school located in Amman, Jordan, teaching A-levels and International GCSE.
3.3 miE
Museum
Prophet Mohammad Museum, Amman
84 min walk • The Prophet Muhammad Museum is a museum about Muhammad in Amman, Jordan. The museum was opened on 15 May 2012 at the King Hussein Mosque in Al Hussein Public Parks in Amman, with King Abdullah II of Jordan officiating.