Perched on a cluster of rolling hills, this small country´s capital (pop. 4 million) is a city of contrasts — ancient and modern, relaxed yet electric, a place where Roman ruins meet rooftop lounges and where the call to prayer drifts over art galleries, cafés, and sun-warmed stone. Often overshadowed by Jordan’s showstoppers like Petra and Wadi Rum, "the White Pigeon" quietly reveals itself to those who linger: a city rich in hospitality, heritage, and surprising sophistication.

One of the world´s earliest continuously inhabited cities, Amman´s Its story stretches back nearly 7,000 years, founded aa Rabbath Ammon by a Semitic people called the Ammonites as the capital of the Ammonite Kingdom. Then millennia later it became the Greco-Roman Philadelphia. That long history is visible everywhere — in the citadel walls, the mosaics beneath your feet, and the rhythm of the souks. Yet Amman is far from a relic; it’s a living, breathing city that embraces change with warmth and style, where you can sip Arabic coffee in a 1950s café in Jabal Amman, then wander into a sleek gallery or rooftop bar with a sweeping city views. The city’s layout, spread across seven hills (and then some), can feel disorienting at first, but that’s part of its charm. Each neighborhood has its own rhythm: Downtown buzzes with energy, Jabal Amman oozes charm, and Abdoun hums with upscale dining and nightlife. The best way to explore it is on foot, but when necessary, taxis and ride-hailing apps are reliable and affordable. The best times to visit are in spring and fall, with warm days and cool evenings. 

Read more in my post When in Jordan, Do Make Time for Capital Amman!

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