Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
About
The Amman Citadel, located in the heart of Jordan's capital, is an archaeological site of immense historical significance. This ancient hill has witnessed continuous human occupation since the Neolithic period, with fortifications first appearing during the Middle Bronze Age. It served as the capital of the Ammonite Kingdom and later came under the influence of several major empires, including the Neo-Assyrian, Neo-Babylonian, Roman, Byzantine, and Umayyad empires. The site is renowned for its diverse architectural remains, including the Roman Temple of Hercules, a Byzantine church, and an Umayyad palace and mosque. Despite periods of decline, the Citadel remains one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world, offering invaluable insights into the region's complex history.
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Archaeological Features
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Defensive Structures
Water Management Features
Burial and Funerary Structures
Religious and Ritual Structures
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Transportation and Communication Structures
Historical Timeline
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- Country
- Jordan
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- Wikipedia
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