Umayyad Audience Hall and Throne Room
The Umayyad Audience Hall and Throne Room, situated at the Amman Citadel in Jordan, is a remarkable remnant of the 8th-century Umayyad palace complex. This hall, designed for royal receptions and important gatherings, reflects the architectural elegance and grandeur of the Umayyad period. Built with a large central hall and decorated with intricate stonework, the audience hall featured an arched throne area where the caliph or ruling dignitary would receive guests. Although much of the original decoration has weathered over time, the structure provides insight into the advanced architectural skills of the Umayyads and their focus on aesthetic and functional design. Visiting this site offers a glimpse into the social and political life of early Islamic Jordan.
- Category
- Historical · Historical landmark
- Governorate
- Amman
- Address
- Amman
Opening hours
- Monday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Tuesday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Wednesday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Thursday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Friday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Saturday: 00:00 – 23:59
- Sunday: 00:00 – 23:59
Features
- Good for kids
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