Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
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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
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The Umayyad Palace, located on the Citadel Hill in Amman, Jordan, is a significant archaeological site that embodies the architectural and cultural heritage of the Umayyad period. Constructed during the first half of the 8th century CE, this large palatial complex once served as a key administrative and residential center. Although now largely in ruins, the site includes a restored domed entrance chamber, often referred to as the 'kiosk' or 'monumental gateway,' which highlights the architectural prowess of the period. The Umayyad Palace is an invaluable testament to the early Islamic architectural style and provides insights into the domestic and administrative life of the era. Its presence on Citadel Hill also underscores its strategic significance in the historical landscape of Amman.
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