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Umayyad Palace, Amman
Umayyad Palace, Amman
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Umayyad Palace, Amman
Umayyad Palace is an ancient ruined palace located on the Citadel Hill (Amman Citadel) in Amman, the capital of Jordan. The palace was built by the Umayyads in the first half of the 8th century AD, and is considered one of the most important Umayyad monuments in the city.
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Country: Jordan
District: Amman Governorate
Category: Castles and Fortresses
Site History: 8th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Islamic
Later Cultures: Islamic
Site Features: Islamic Monuments
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Elevation: 831 m
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