Forming one of the most intriguing aspects of the iconic Amman Citadel is the stunning remains of the Temple of Herakles. You will be able to absorb the timeless import of these important structures from a quality hotel in Amman Jordan which is what you will find at the Millennium Hotel Amman. Boasting a central location and gracious hospitality, you’ll feel thoroughly pampered at this five-star Amman hotel. The Amman Citadel is an archeological wonder as it is regarded as one of the world’s oldest locations that evinces traces of continuous habitation. It has witnessed the settlement of the world’s most significant civilizations, and it also serves as a symbol of the inception of the three great Abrahamic faiths: Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. Archeologists have uncovered evidence of settlement on the citadel premises that dates back more than seven millennia. You will find the intriguing remains of the Temple of Herakles within the complex as well, believed to have been constructed between 162-166 AD. Its massive size is larger than any found in Rome, and it is fringed by six impressive columns extending around thirty-three feet high. Excavators believe that, due to the absence of more columns, this splendid structure was left unfinished by the original construction crew. The Citadel also features the remnants of a Byzantine church, a mosque, and a cistern. Use your imagination to reconstruct these stunning architectural elements, now mere traces of splendid civilizations long gone. One is left with the question: will we and all we cherish, be so easily forgotten and replaced, seven millennia hence…
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and intends to visit them all someday.
