Amman
Capital of Jordan
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Amman, the capital of Jordan, is a modern city with numerous ancient ruins. Atop Jabal al-Qala’a hill, the historic Citadel includes the pillars of the Roman Temple of Hercules and the 8th-century Umayyad Palace complex, known for its grand dome....
Population: 4.008 million (2015)
Area: 649 mi²
Area code: +962(6)
Demonym: Ammani
Governorate: Amman Governorate
Highest elevation: 1,100 m (3,600 ft)
Municipality: 1909