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The ancient ruins of Jerash are an absolute must-see for anyone with an interest in history. People settled in the area during the Neolithic (7500-5500 BCE) and Bronze Ages (3200-1200 BCE), and we have evidence documenting the city’s role in the Hellenistic world (323-31 BCE) as well. From 63 BC onward, Jerash and its surroundings belonged to Rome. During the 1st and 2nd centuries CE, Jerash thrived and expanded. It received a visit from Emperor Hadrian, which occasioned the construction of a triumphal arch to celebrate his visit to the city. This arch remains standing today.
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The North Theater was built in 165AD. In front is a colonnaded plaza where a staircase led up to the entrance. The theat...
Oval Plaza of Jerash Jordan: The spacious plaza measures 90mx80m and is surrounded by a broad sidewalk and colonnade of ...
Hadrian’s Arch of Jerash Jordan: This splendid triumphal arch was intended to become the main Southern gate to the city;...
The Jerash Hippodrome: This massive arena was 245m long and 52m wide and could seat 15,000 spectators at a time for char...
In the 4th century the temple of Dionysus was rebuilt as a Byzantine church now referred to as the ‘Cathedral’ (although...
The Ancient City of Jerash: Jerash lies on a plain surrounded by hilly wooded areas and fertile basins. Conquered by Gen...
The Jerash Festival: held in July every year, transforms the ancient city into one of the worlds liveliest and most spec...
The South Theater can seat more than 3000 spectators. The first level of the ornate stage, which was originally a two-st...
Jerash Archaeological Museum: The museum houses large collections of pottery, glass, metals and coins, in addition to pr...
