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The Al Ballad neighborhood is the oldest area of Amman, the Jordanian capital. The street teems with stores selling handcrafted goods and souvenirs. The adorable cafés, and diners around the corner serve authentic Romanian food and multiple cuisines. The area is popular for luxury outlets selling outdated collections at cheaper prices, as low as one-tenth of the original rate. Additionally, this traditional side of Amman is home to the grand mosque also known as Husseini, and attracts several tourists throughout the year; especially the ones on a budget. Strolling around Downtown, the historic landmark, will definitely give you an insight into the history and culture of Amman. Read More

The Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts houses a collection of more than 2,800 artworks by more than 1,000 artists, mainly from Asia and Africa The group is exhibited in two buildings joined by a sculpture park In order to encourage cross-cultural dialogue and artistic exchange, the Gallery hosts and plans exhibitions in partnership with other museums and institutions. Additionally, it hosts a Touring Museum that helps conduct an International Symposium on Sculpture, poetry readings, seminars, workshops, concerts, book launches, and movie screenings. Read More

The Roman Theater is an archaeological site that was built around 138 and 161 CE, under the rule of the Roman emperor Antoninus Pius, that now lives in ruins. It could once accommodate 6,000 people and was positioned northward to shield spectators from the sun. Roman theater has a long and illustrious history. Theater productions are believed to have started in ancient Rome as early as in the 4th century BC.

A museum for cars, the Royal Automobile Museum features the collection of King Hussain's classic cars that he received starting in 1916. It also contains modern sports cars. The museum is also famous for containing the rover used in the popular Hollywood film The Martian.

The Amman Citadel is located on the peak of Jebel Al Qala’a , an L shaped hill overlooking the old town of Amman. At an altitude of 850 meters, it is one of the seven hills (jabals) that once formed up Amman. The Citadel is a historic site that includes the famed Temple of Hercules, the Umayyad Palace, and a 1700-meter wall tracing back to the Bronze Age. The Amman Fortress is undoubtedly one of the must-visit places in Amman as it is home to many noteworthy landmarks. Read More

The Abu Darwish Mosque is a hilltop mosque known for its distinct black and white exterior. It is located on one of the seven mounts of Amman. Built on the Jebel Al-Ashrafiyeh in 1961, the mosque can be seen from a distance, both because of its elevation and striking construction. The plaza outside the mosque provides beautifully detailed view of the city. Though non-Muslims are not allowed inside the mosque, sometimes tour guides can make arrangements for an entry. The interior of Abu Darwish Mosque is simplistic, yet elegant. The carpets that adore the floors are beautiful and one of the main valuable attractions inside. With a seating capacity of 7000 worshippers, the Friday prayers are important spiritual gatherings. Inside the mosque, there are two halls, a library, and also a small school that teaches the Holy Quran. The Abu Darwish Mosque was funded by King Hussein of Jordan and Mustafa Jakazi and attracts visitors for its unique coloring and striped design. Read More

The Amman National Park is a beautiful and serene forested area just south of Amman. It is an excellent place for walking or jogging, a picnic with friends or family, and putting up a barbeque. Horse riding and camel riding are also available within the park. The view of the City Hall from the park in the evening is stunning. Another attraction to see is the Tall al-Umayri ruins, dating back to the Bronze Age, located nearby.

The Hejaz Railway Museum in the Al Mahatta district of Amman is a former railway station now converted into a museum. It displays a decked Royal Carriage and over 200 exhibits, including murals providing information about the development of the railway line and its history. There are also engine sheds and old locomotives here. The Hejaz Railway Line was built in the 20th century under the directives of the Ottoman Sultan Abdul Hamid II. The run-down tracks exist even today, and along the line are a few abandoned coaches. The line was once used to ferry pilgrims from Damascus (Syria) to Amman (Jordan) and then to Medina (Saudi Arabia). Now abandoned, the station lies about 2.5 km east of the Roman Theater. Read More

Amman Waves Aqua Park and Resort is Jordan's first waterpark, home to several fun water slides, a tube ride and swimming pools, including a lazy pool. It lies on the main road to Queen Alia International Airport, about 15km south of Amman. It has an exclusive area for kids with a paddling pool. There is also an artificial beach with a wave machine.

The Aqaba Aquarium is part of the Aqaba Marine Science Station near the Aqaba Port. It is rich and full of rare wildlife that can be seen in the Red Sea. The water in the Aquarium is pumped directly from the Red Sea, allowing you to see the inhabitants of the Aquarium very close to their natural habitats. The octopus is its major attraction, along with colourful parrotfish, stonefish, eels and reef sharks.