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This area is gradually taking over from Rainbow street as the place to visit for bars, restaurants, art galleries and just generally wandering around. The two streets that should be visited are located by Paris Square (which is actually a circle).
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- Ka’ak
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- Turmos
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- Knafeh
- Awameh
Ka’ak is a circular sesame bread, in either a round or oblong shape, that is very often eaten for breakfast. It is regularly referred to as “Jerusalem ka’ak,” as this form of the bread evolved in Jerusalem. Many vendors will carry this in wooden trays balanced on their heads, calling out “ka’ak, ka’ak” while they make their rounds through the stree...
Probably the most famous food from the Arab world, and beloved all over the globe, hummusis essentially ground-up chickpeas mixed with tahini and lemon juice, creating a thick dip. Consumed either in a sandwich or as a dip for pita bread, it often comes with pickles and salad. Hummus is a cheap, filling way to eat, keeping you going for a long time...
Pronounced “fool,” this is a dish of fava beans that have been dried and reconstituted by soaking in water. They come either dry or canned, and are cooked with minimal effort with a bit of garlic, and then topped with onions, tomatoes, and olive oil. The lovely vegetarian creation that results is a fantastic dip for pita bread, and a beloved food i...
Made from chickpeas, herbs, and spices, falafel is an incredibly popular street food in Amman. It’s nutritious, inexpensive, and easy to find. The deep-fried delight and staple Middle Eastern dish—typically served in bread, in this case a long submarine kind of bun, with tahini sauce, salad, and chili sauce—is frequently associated with breakfast, ...
Just as advertised, this is buttery cooked corn served on the street in Amman. As a kid, I recall corn vendors used a big pot with a fire under it that boiled corn on the cob within an inch of its life! We loved it when we were young, but thankfully it has evolved to something better. Gone is the cob, and now it is just kernels that are put into a ...
Hamleh is simply fresh green chickpeas still in their pods, often still on a stem. The pods are roasted until the chickpeas inside are cooked, and then it is split open and eaten. These pods are usually served in a cone-shaped newspaper wrapper, and enjoyed with salt. It’s a delicious early-summer street food in Jordan. Where to find it: The best p...
Known as a poor man’s food, turmos are lupini beans, and they’re a tasty and unique snack. If these beans are not soaked long enough, they are very bitter, which is perhaps why many people don’t take the time to prepare them at home. Turmos has a translucent skin that’s bitter if eaten, so the best way to eat these is to put the bean in your mouth ...
Shawarma consists of thin slices of meat (usually lamb, although chicken is also very popular) that are stacked on a vertical spit and then cooked rotisserie style. The meat is sliced off the edge as it turns around the spit and cooks, resulting in small pieces of grilled meat that are collected into a pita sandwich with salad, onions, and hot sauc...
This beautiful Palestinian dessert will blow your mind. There is no other way to eat knafeh than fresh out of the pan, so be sure to have room in your stomach when you go for it. It’s one of the best foods you can eat in Amman! Originating in the Palestinian city of Nablus, in the West Bank, knafeh is a true standout in the world of desserts, very ...
Awameh is the Arab equivalent of a doughnut hole—a deep-fried dough ball that’s soaked in either simple syrup or honey (not unlike India’s gulab jamun). The name literally translates as “floater” because of the way it floats on the top of the oil as it cooks. It’s near impossible not to enjoy them. Where to find it: Pick these up at Tamreyet Omar, ...
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Answer 1 of 3: Hi there, Could somebody please tell me how long this walking tour lasts? Is it all flat, or very steep in parts? I heard you can stop off at the coffee shop along the way and it shows off some of the grander villas of Amman. Can anyone...
Aug 18, 2016 · Jabal L’weibdeh is situated between two iconic parts of the capital: Jabal Amman — also a go-to part of the city bustling with historic buildings, restaurants and galleries — and downtown ...
Aug 3, 2011 · As the sun goes behind the clouds late afternoon shadows darken the columns of the Amman Citadel, Jordan. In Amman, Citadel Hill (Jabal al-Qal’a) stands out because it’s located in what is now the heart of downtown, modern Amman but also among the oldest parts of the city.
The Amman Citadel (قلعة عمان), locally known as the Jabal al-Qal'a (جبل القلعة) in Arabic. is an archeological site at the center of downtown Amman, the capital of Jordan. The major remains at the site are the Temple of Hercules, a Byzantine church, and the Umayyad Palace.
Jabal Amman Is a neighborhood that contains the famous Le Royal which is considered one of Amman 's landmarks, lying at the 3rd circle. Further, Rainbow Street is a major tourist attraction in Jabal Amman , containing several scenic rooftops, pubs, bars, nightclubs, restaurants.
