Amman is the capital of Jordan.
Amman is located in Jordan, part of Asia. Find essential geography and continue exploring more places in the same country.
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Amman is Jordan’s capital, spread across several hills. Roman ruins, busy shopping streets and modern neighbourhoods sit close together but at very different elevations.
Amman has a recorded population of 1,275,857. The figure applies to Amman. The source does not provide a reference year; the source data was last checked September 3, 2026.
Al-Balad is the downtown area with souks and Roman remains. Jabal Amman and Weibdeh have older villas, galleries and cafés, while Abdali is a newer business district.
The Citadel, Roman Theatre, Jordan Museum and Rainbow Street are key stops. The city is also a common base for Petra and the Dead Sea.
Spring and autumn often bring comfortable temperatures. Summer is dry and hot, while winter evenings can be surprisingly cold.
Taxis and app-based transport are practical because of hills and distances. Small central areas are walkable, though pavements vary.
Explore Madaba, Jerash and Petra.
Amman has a recorded population of 1,275,857. The figure applies to Amman. The source does not provide a reference year; the source data was last checked September 3, 2026.
Amman is the capital of Jordan.
Two days cover the city; add more for excursions elsewhere in Jordan.
Yes. Desert landscapes, the Dead Sea and wadis can be reached on day trips.