Jerash
Jordan
Visit the ruins of Jerash, one of the Middle East's best examples of a Greco-Roman provincial city. At the entrance of the site, admire Hadrian's Arch, built in 129 AD to mark Emperor Hadrian's visit, and the Hippodrome, a partially restored Roman-era stadium. Once inside, accompanied by a private, local guide, wander the colonnaded streets and discover its most important monuments: Temples, Theaters, Baths, Oval Plaza, Nymphaeum, along with several Byzantine churches dating from the Christian era. Return to Amman.
Contents
10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the magnificent ruins of Jerash, nestled beautifully within the fertile, rolling hills of northern Jordan. Just a short journey from the bustling modern capital of Amman, you are about to step into what is widely…
Listen in the app2Hadrian's Arch
Located at the southernmost edge of the ancient city, your journey begins before a monument of staggering proportions. This is Hadrian's Arch, an architectural marvel that has stood sentinel over the Jordanian hills for nearly…
Listen in the app3The Hippodrome
Just a short walk past the towering Arch of Hadrian, the landscape opens up into a vast, elongated expanse. You have now arrived at the Hippodrome, a colossal arena dedicated to the thrill, speed, and spectacle of ancient chariot…
Listen in the app4The Oval Plaza
As you leave the sporting echoes of the Hippodrome behind, the path funnels you toward one of the most iconic and breathtaking spaces in the entire ancient world, the magnificent Oval Plaza. Also known as the Forum, this…
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Ascending slightly from the Oval Plaza and nestled into the natural contours of the hillside, commanding a breathtaking, sweeping view over the entire ancient city, lies the magnificent South Theater. Constructed during the reign…
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Dominating a prominent, elevated hill right next to the South Theater, with commanding views directly over the Oval Plaza, we find the sprawling, multi tiered sanctuary of Olympian Zeus. This monumental complex is not merely a…
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Descending back down to the city level, you will find the Cardo Maximus, the primary artery and the bustling central spine of ancient Jerash. Stretching straight as an arrow for nearly eight hundred meters, this magnificent…
Listen in the app8The Nymphaeum
Continuing your journey north along the Cardo Maximus, you will soon be drawn to one of the most lavish and visually arresting structures in the entire city, the magnificent Nymphaeum. Constructed in the year one hundred and…
Listen in the app9The Temple of Artemis
Ascending from the bustling main street behind the Nymphaeum, you approach the spiritual zenith of the ancient city, the awe inspiring Temple of Artemis. Erected in the middle of the second century under the reign of Emperor…
Listen in the app10Closing
As our comprehensive journey through the ancient streets of Jerash draws to a close, take a moment to pause and reflect on the sheer, overwhelming magnitude of history that permanently surrounds you. From the towering, majestic…
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What is Jerash?
Jerash is a place in Jordan with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Jordan |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 10 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 32.2749, 35.8959 |
| Last updated |
