The Citadel

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Tags : Historical Site

Timings : 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Entry Fee : 2JD or free with the Jordan Pass

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The Citadel, Amman Overview

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.

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Spring, autumn

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