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Aug 4, 2022 · The Roman Ruins at Jerash make for an epic Jordan day trip from Amman, or as part of a larger self-driving loop including Umm Qais, Madaba, or the Dead Sea. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is an essential addition to any Jordan itinerary ! Our post gives you everything you need to plan your trip. //.
- Short Roman History in Jordan
- Roman Ruins in Amman
- Amphitheater in Amman
- Citadel of Amman
- Roman Ruins in Jordan
- Roman Ruins of Jerash
- Ruins of Umm er-Rasas
- Roman Ruins in Petra
- Roman Ruins Jordan
Since 63 BCE, the area of Jordan, Palestine, and Syria was under Roman rule. This lasted for over 4 centuries and left us with extensive Roman remains in the region. The cities of Philadelphia (modern Amman), Gerasa (modern Jerash), Gadara (Umm Qais), and Pella and Arbila (modern Irbid) were part of the Roman Decapolis League. Although the local pe...
Most travelers start their Jordan trip in Amman or at some point cross the capital of Jordan. And for good reason. Amman feels like the center of Jordan with its never-ending flow of traffic, falafel vendors, and honking taxis. As a tourist destination, Amman is a great hub to explore this part of Jordan. I stayed for 4 days in Amman at Amman Tower...
Right next door to the Jordan Tower Hotel sits the rock-hewn Roman Amphitheater of Amman. Located at a busy farrow through down in the center of the city, it cannot be missed. A giant square sits in front of the main ruins, although there are several side entrances with tourniquet style gates. As I entered from the side, I first took in all the pil...
Situated at the top of a hill overlooking modern-day Amman, the citadel of Amman is a not to miss attraction in Jordan. The ancient ruins are spectacular, the views are breathtaking and they have the amazing Hercules Temple in the center of it all. Especially popular at sunset, the sight can be reached by taxi from downtown Amman. Expect to pay 3 t...
After exploring Amman, I booked a tour with the Jordan Tower Hotel to the north of Jordan. On this trip, we visited Jerash, the castle of Ajloun and we went to Umm Qais archaeological site. A long day of sightseeing but worth it. You can also take a bus from Amman to Jerash and explore on your own.
I was all giddy and excited to go to Jerash. By now, I’ve visited quite a few ancient Roman cities, but the fact that Jordan houses one of the finest Roman ruins outside Rome made me very excited. And I wasn’t disappointed. Follow me as we walk through this city together.
As I needed to go to Petra from Amman, I decided to join another tour of the Jordan Tower Hotel. We drove along the King’s Highway from Amman to Petra, stopping at big and smaller places of interest. One of them was Umm er-Rasas. Never heard of it before, I was pleasantly surprised by the former Roman military camp that is now mostly known for its ...
Of course, Petra is known for the famous Nabatean rock carvings and a must-see on every Jordan itinerary. Who doesn’t recognize the famous rock-hewn Treasury made of red stone of Petra? But did you know Petra was also occupied and extended by the Romans? They were literally everywhere and also left their mark in Petra. Make sure to go beyond the Tr...
Jordan might not be the most obvious destination if you’re interested in Roman history and want to see their ruins. But I learned, Jordan hides a lot of Roman history and is worth exploring. If you’re interested in Roman history and want to visit archaeological sites, Jordan has quite the impressive rumble to explore. I hope you can add a few of th...
Apr 20, 2016 · Jerash is a fascinating ancient Roman city that is located just 50 km from Amman, Jordan. Jerash is considered the most well preserved Roman ruins outside of Italy. It is also one of the busiest tourist sites in Jordan.
Sep 7, 2023 · The perfect day trip from Amman or stop on your road trip, the immaculately preserved Jerash Ruins are an unmissable site in Jordan. In this guide we’ll cover everything you need to know to plan your visit including how to get there, the best tours, what to see and practical tips.
May 11, 2016 · The Jerash ruins of Jordan are said to be the best-preserved Roman ruins outside of Italy and are just a short day trip from Amman, the country’s capital.
The ruined city of Jerash is Jordan's largest and most interesting Roman site, and a major tourist drawcard. Its imposing ceremonial gates, colonnaded avenues, temples and theatres all speak to the time when this was an important imperial centre.
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Jan 11, 2017 · Long before the time when religious scholars claim Jesus and Muhammad walked through Jordan, the King’s Highway linked the three kingdoms of Ammon, Moab, and Edom. Before embarking on the...
