Archaeology in Jordan

Discover 7 places to experience unusual archaeology in Jordan.

Umayyad Palace exterior.

Umayyad Palace

This restored eighth-century palace is a shining example of ancient Umayyad architecture.

The memorial is below ground, and is slowly being overtaken by nature.

Gerald Lankester Harding's Burial Place

The 20th-century archaeologist was interred among the ruins of an ancient Roman city.

Al-Qal'a, "The Castle."

Es-Salt, Jordan

Es-Salt

This ancient town is full of stunning Ottoman architecture and streets so narrow trash collection is done by donkey.

The Roman theater seen from Amman Citadel.

Roman Theater of Amman

This exceptionally well-preserved ancient marvel also houses a small museum dedicated to Jordanian folk tradition.

Ruins of Um er-Rasas.

Umm ar-Rasas, Jordan

Um er-Rasas

The remains of three different ancient civilizations have been found at this rich archaeological site.

Little Petra, Jordan.

Petra District, Jordan

Little Petra

A more chill but no less fascinating version of the famous ancient archeological site.

These fingers obviously belong to Hercules

Hand of Hercules

The most gigantic, swoony, intimidating trio of fingers in all of antiquity.

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