Jerash Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Jordan
About Jerash
48 km (30 miles) north of the capitalAmman, Jerash is known for the ruins of the Greco-Roman city ofGerasa, also referred to asAntioch on the Golden River. It is sometimes misleadingly referred to as the "Pompeiiof the Middle East", referring to its size, extent of excavation and level of preservation (though Jerash was never buried by a volcano). Jerash became an urban center during the 3rd century BC and a member of the federation of Greek cities known as the Decapolis ("ten cities" in Greek). Jerash prospered during the 1st century BC as a result of its position on the incense and spice trade route from the Arabian Peninsula toSyriaand the Mediterranean region. Jerash was a favorite city of the Roman emperor, Hadrian, and reached its zenith in AD 130, flourishing economically and social
Top Attractions in Jerash
Explore the best things to see and do in Jerash:
- ★Agora
- ★Hadrian's Arch
- ★Hippodrome
- ★Jerash Archaeological Museum
- ★Jerash Ruins
- ★Music and Arts Festival
- ★Nymphaeum
- ★Oval Plaza
Where to Eat in Jerash
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴The Lebanese House
Where to Stay in Jerash
- 🏨Dibbin National Park
- 🏨Hadrian's Gate Hotel
- 🏨The Olive Branch
Jerash Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 9 sections including: