Qasr Amra, Desert palace in Eastern desert of Az Zarqa, Jordan.
The structure contains reception halls, living quarters, and a bathhouse complex with distinct chambers for different temperature bathing experiences.
Built between 730 and 740 AD under Prince Walid Ibn Yazid, this establishment combined military functions with residential purposes in the Umayyad period.
The walls contain extensive fresco paintings showing hunting scenes, daily activities, and portraits, accompanied by inscriptions in both Greek and Arabic languages.
Located 85 kilometers from Amman, the palace remains accessible through route 40 highway, with an entrance fee of 1 Jordanian Dinar.
The caldarium ceiling displays one of the earliest known celestial maps painted on a dome, depicting the northern hemisphere sky configuration.
Architectural style: Islamic architecture
GPS coordinates: 31.80182,36.58754
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:16
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