Jerash, Roman archaeological site in Jerash, Jordan
The ancient city extends across valleys with limestone columns, arches, plazas, and theaters spread over 800,000 square meters of archaeological terrain.
Established in the 2nd century BCE as a Hellenistic settlement, Jerash developed into one of the ten cities of the Roman Decapolis network.
The Hippodrome of Jerash hosted chariot races and gladiatorial contests, with stone seating for 15,000 spectators around a 244-meter racing track.
The archaeological site opens daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM in summer and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in winter, with guided tours available.
The Temple of Artemis features eleven 12-meter-high limestone columns that produce musical notes when struck with small stones.
Location: Jerash Governorate
Elevation above the sea: 600 m
Website: http://jerash.gov.jo
GPS coordinates: 32.27228,35.89140
Latest update: May 28, 2025 11:42
Jordan's historical sites and natural reserves include ancient temples, medieval castles, deserts, mountains, and biblical locations. The diverse landscapes stretch from the depths of the Dead Sea to the peaks of Dana's mountains, passing through the red sandstone cliffs of Petra and the coral waters of Aqaba. This territory preserves the traces of Nabataean, Roman, Byzantine, Umayyad, and Ottoman civilizations.
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