Jordan
Amman
Amman is a Roman hilltop capital — citadel, souks, and the gateway to Petra and the Dead Sea.
Amman is Jordan's bustling hillside capital — a Roman citadel above the old downtown souks, a city of white stone built on seven hills. Use it as the start of the Jordan loop (Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea) and give it a day: the citadel, the Roman theater, and a meal on Rainbow Street. Friendly, safe, and easy.
How long
1–2 days
Practical
Currency
Jordanian dinar (JOD). Cards accepted; carry cash.
Language
Arabic. English common in tourist areas.
Getting around
Walk downtown and taxis; the city is spread out.
Budget range
USD 60–120 equivalent per person per day at mid-range.
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