Marka area, Amman

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Marka is an area of Greater Amman Municipality, Jordan. It is to the north-east of Amman proper. Its confines include Amman Civil Airport and the Marka refugee camp. Population as of 2015 was 148,100. ()

Coordinates: 31°58'12"N, 36°0'0"E

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Marka area – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Amman Citadel, Control tower Ayyubid, Jordan Archaeological Museum, The Duke's Diwan.

4 miW
Well-known historic site with ruins
Amman Citadel, Amman
102 min walk • 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...
4 miW
Archaeological site
Control tower Ayyubid, Amman
102 min walk • 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.
4 miW
Museum, Natural history museum, Archaeological museum
Jordan Archaeological Museum, Amman
103 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amman, the Jordan Archaeological Museum is a treasure trove of ancient artifacts and a testament to the rich history of Jordan and the Middle East. Established in 1951, this museum is located on the Citadel Hill (Jabal al-Qal'a), one of the...
4.1 miW
Museum
The Duke's Diwan, Amman
105 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amman, Jordan, The Duke's Diwan stands as a testament to the cultural and historical fabric of this bustling city. This quaint museum, housed in one of the oldest buildings in Amman, offers visitors a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Jordanian...
4 miW
Archaeological site
Temple of Hercules, Amman
102 min walk • 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...
4 miW
Archaeological site
Umayyad Palace, Amman
102 min walk • 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...
3.8 miW
Hillside amphitheater with 2 museums
Roman Theater, Amman
97 min walk • 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...
3.8 miW
Museum
Jordan Folklore Museum, Amman
96 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Amman, the Jordan Folklore Museum offers a captivating glimpse into the rich tapestry of Jordanian heritage and traditional life. Established in 1971, this museum is housed within the eastern wing of the historic Roman Theatre, which itself...
4 miW
Archaeological site
Nymphaeum, Amman
102 min walk • 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.
3.8 miW
Palace
Al-Maquar, Amman
97 min walk • Al-Maquar is a royal residential complex in Amman, Jordan. The compound spans 40 hectares and serves as the residence of the royal family of Jordan. The area was originally the camp-site for the armies of the Arab Revolt, who captured Amman in 1918. The first palace to be built on the complex was the Raghadan Palace, completed in 1926.
3.1 miW
Palace
Raghadan Palace, Amman
80 min walk • Raghadan Palace is a crown palace located in the Royal Court compound of Al-Maquar in Amman, Jordan. Constructed in 1926, the property became the residence of King Abdullah I who would go on to order the construction of several more palaces in the surrounding area.

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شارع فاطمة بنت اسد (32 min walk)