jerash the roman city

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why you should visit Jerash ??
Think About the ancient city of Jerash that is full of Roman ruins that are must-see   
throughout this ancient city, you will find preserved columns, arches, and temples, their distinctive architecture a reminder of the powerful empire that once ruled the land.
A visit to the city today will catapult you into the Middle East’s past and serve up a unique historic experience 
But before you go, here’s everything you’ll want to know 
  • Location: Jerash Governorate (30 miles north of Amman)
  • Visitors: 211,000 (2016)
  • Nickname: The City of 1000 Columns
  • Founded: 63 B.C.
  • Rediscovered: 1806
HOW TO GET THERE 
One thing Jerash has over Petra is its proximity to Amman, the nation’s capital. so you can rent a car with Driver through Jordan Day tour and more
POINTS OF INTEREST
1. OVAL PLAZA 
The Oval Plaza is a masterpiece of Roman architecture almost 300 feet in length and just about the same in width. In Jerash’s Golden Age (when the Romans were in town)
2. HIPPODROME 
This ancient sporting venue was once believed to fit 15,000 spectators for its gladiator battles and chariot races. While it is unable to hold the same numbers today, the Hippodrome still pays homage to the brutal and beautiful culture that built it by using the grounds for historical reenactments. 
3. TEMPLE OF ZEUS
the Temple of Zeus. You have to climb a dramatic staircase of large and cracking stones in order to reach the temple, but once there, you can take in views of the magnificent sanctuary overlooking the ruins and valleys beneath it. 
4. TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS
The daughter of Zeus, Artemis was a popular patron goddess among the people of Jerash (when it was still known as Gerasa). 
Request your tour via the link below:
https://jordan-car-and-driver.com/quota-itinerary/

also, you can see our Planned tour via the link below:
https://jordan-car-and-driver.com/jordan-planned-tour/ 

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