ACOR Home Page __ Is archaeology
your interest? "The American Center of Oriental Research in Amman is the largest
research institute in Amman, Jordan. ... It is key to archaeological, social and
scientific research in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Middle East." A
lot of information from directors to residence facilities. - illustrated - From
American Center of Oriental Research -
http://www.bu.edu/acor/
Amman __
"...is the capital city of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, a city of 2,125,400
inhabitants (2005 estimate), and the administrative capital and commercial
centre of Jordan." You will find an encyclopedic article with links to related
materials, photos of Amman and maps. - illustrated - From wikipedia -
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amman
Amman __ "Amman is a city of contrasts, a unique blend of old and
new; its modern buildings blend with the remnants of ancient civilizations. It
is believed to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
Numerous Biblical references are made to Amman, the Ammonite capital of
Rabbath-Ammon."Â An encyclopedic article. - illustrated - From
newworldencyclopedia.org -
http://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Amman
Amman __
A brief, but good, overview of the city as well as an Amman history timeline and
text links to additional resources. - illustrated - From i-cias.com -
http://i-cias.com/e.o/amman.htm
Amman
__ "In the commercial heart of the city, ultra-modern buildings, hotels,
smart restaurants, art galleries and boutiques rub shoulders comfortably with
traditional coffee shops and tiny artisans' workshops. Everywhere there is
evidence of the city�s much older past." This and much more. - illustrated -
From visitjordan.com -
http://www.visitjordan.com/MajorAttractions/Amman/tabid/64/Default.aspx
Amman (BiblePlaces.com) __ A
collection of well annotated photos of Amman and links to even more resources. -
illustrated - From bibleplaces.com -
http://www.bibleplaces.com/amman.htm
Amman capital
of Jordan, Amman pictures history of Amman
__Â "Amman is the modern and ancient capital of Jordan, formerly the
Ammonite capital city of Rabbath - Ammon, and later the Geraeco [sic] Roman city
called Philadelphia. Originally spread over seven hills like Rome, Ammon now
covers at least nineteen hills. It is a city of contrasts, a mixture of ancient
and modern."Â A brief, general overview of the city and its history. -
illustrated - From unknown -Â
http://meltingpot.fortunecity.com/oregon/639/amman.html
Amman, city Photo Gallery by Ioannis Logiotatidis __ A couple of dozen photos
from around Amman. - illustrated - From pbase.com -
http://www.pbase.com/logios/amman_city
Amman: An
Organized City with a Soul __ �A livable city is an organized city
with a soul.� That�s the principle behind Amman, Jordan�s, �Amman 2025″ master
plan (PDF). And the city is moving closer and closer to achieving its vision of
livability, in spite of the odds. You will find a general overview of
progress. - illustrated - From thecityfix.com -
http://thecityfix.com/amman-an-organized-city-with-a-soul/
Greater Amman
Municipality
__ "�To achieve the optimum balance of healthy growth and quality living,
flourishing expansion and organized districts, 21st century conveniences and
traditional character, we must embark on a serious and comprehensive project of
city planning for Amman - HM King Abdullah I� - illustrated - From
ammanplan.gov.jo -
http://www.ammanplan.gov.jo/english/index.asp
Â
History of Amman __ Here you will read about the history of the city once known
as Philadelphia. An encyclopedic article with links to related materials, photos
and maps. - illustrated - From wikipedia -
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amman#History
Jordan - Touristic Sites -
Amman __ An introduction to the city. "Amman has served as
the modern and ancient capital of Jordan. It is one of the oldest continuously
inhabited cities in the world, with a 1994 excavation uncovering homes and
towers believed to have been built during the Stone Age, circa 7000 BCE." -
illustrated - From kinghussein.gov.jo -
http://www.kinghussein.gov.jo/tourism1.html
The University of
Jordan | Amman | Jordan __ General overview of the school, history
and courses offered. - illustrated - From ju.edu.jo -
http://www.ju.edu.jo/home.aspx
