Amman Citadel

About

Roman ruin that looks over the city of Amman. It has ruins dating all the way back to the bronze age. You can see the temple of Hercules, which was actually larger than the Parthenon in Athens. And you can also find the Hercules hand, which is said to be part of a much larger sculpture of the god himself.

Why go

• Offering panoramic views of the city
• Ancient ruins with sweeping views of downtown amman
• Layers of history rise above the city, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the capital

Must try

• Temple of hercules
• Hercules hand
• Umayyad palace
• Byzantine church
• Visit the citadel

Pro tips

• Entrance included within your jordan pass
• Watch the sunset from the citadel
• Start your day off with a good breakfast

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4.5 / 5 (22229 reviews)

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