Amman is the capital city of Jordan. It is the commercial, administrative and industrial center of Jordan. The city is also served by Amman Airport.
Location of Amman
Amman is located in a hilly area of north western Jordan. The city was originally built on seven hills, but it now span on an area of nineteen hills.
Climate of Amman
Amman weather has four excellent seasons as compared to other places in the region. Spring and fall temperatures are usually pleasant and mild. The winter sees nighttime temperatures frequently near zero, and snow is known in Amman.
Amman Transportation
Queen Alia International Airport is the city's main airport, and hosts the majority of the air travel to and from the country. By land, the city has frequent bus connections tooter cities in Jordan as well as to major cities in neighboring countries; the latter are also served by service taxis. Internal transport is served by a number of bus routes and taxis.
Amman Tourism
Much of Amman's tourism is focused in the older downtown area, which is centered around the old Souk (a colorful traditional market) and the King Hussein Mosque. For those seeking the atmosphere of the Old City, it is best to venture to the district east of Jabal Amman. Amman is also home to some of grandest mosques in the Middle East. Most of Amman well paved and nicely renovated. Amman is also a major destination for foreign students seeking study in Arabic. Amman's world class hospitals are frequent destinations for those who seek medical treatment.
