Amman

Amman is the capital and largest city of Jordan, spread across a series of hills in the country's northwest. The city blends a long, layered history with the energy of a modern Middle Eastern capital, including business districts, universities and a growing creative scene.

The city's story reaches from the ancient Ammonite capital of Rabbath Ammon through Roman Philadelphia and later Islamic rule. Today its landmarks include the Citadel on Jabal al-Qal'a, the second-century Roman Theatre, the Temple of Hercules and the King Abdullah I Mosque.

Neighbourhoods give Amman much of its character. Downtown Al-Balad is known for its markets and street food, while Jabal Amman and Rainbow Street offer cafés, galleries and traditional architecture. Jabal Al-Weibdeh has an artsy, relaxed feel, and the Abdali area and western districts such as Sweifieh and Abdoun are home to modern retail, hotels and offices.

Amman is Jordan's political, economic and administrative centre, and a regional base for business, technology, NGOs and international events. Its food culture ranges from mansaf and mezze to falafel, shawarma and kunafa, with a lively café and restaurant scene across the city.

For travellers, Amman works as both a destination and a gateway to Jerash, the Dead Sea, Madaba, Petra and Wadi Rum, making it relevant for leisure visitors, business travellers and conference groups alike.