AMMAN
Amman, the Capital of Jordan, is a fascinating city of contrasts ideally situated on a hilly area between the desert and the fertile Jordan Valley, a perfect base to delve deep into Jordan as it is no more than a four hour drive from anywhere in the country. As a modern and prosperous city, almost half of Jordan’s population is concentrated in the Amman area. There is evidence of the city’s much older past everywhere you turn, you can find modern buildings rubbing shoulders with traditional coffee shops and old souqs.
The downtown area is much older and more traditional, with smaller businesses producing and selling everything from intricate gold and silver jewelry, to everyday household items. You can find art galleries, coffee shops and a diversity of artisan shops along Rainbow Street, which truly embodies the unique blend of old and new that this city manifests. The city is an ideal family location, also offering its visitors plenty of lively nightlife, with everything from cultural and theatrical events, to traditional Arabic entertainment, modern restaurants and clubs for kids.
