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Kherbet al-Souk (Arabic: خريبة السوق, romanized: Khirbat al-Sūq) is an area on the outskirts of Amman, Jordan and part of the Greater Amman Municipality. In the 2015 census it had a population 186,158. [1] In the 1915 Ottoman census it had a population of seven, all Muslims. [2]
Jabal al-Ashrafieh (Arabic: جبل الأشرفية, often called al-Ashrafiyah or simply Ashrafiya) is a town and neighbourhood in Amman, Jordan.Located in East Amman, it is the highest point in the city and it features many services, such as schools, restaurants, and shopfronts.
During the 1980s and 1990s, it was primarily a residential area with few commercial outlets. However, the street transformed into one of the most active commercial centers in the city. By the early 2000s, the street became renowned for its dining scene, with a proliferation of cafes, restaurants, and food chains. [3]
Abdoun Circle is surrounded by numerous restaurants, cafés, Malls and stalls, and is a popular spot among Amman's youth. Abdoun Mall, the first mall to open in Amman at the time of its opening, is also located in the district. Taj Lifestyle Center, one of the most Upscale Shopping Centers in Jordan is also Located in the Neighborhood.
Jabal al-Luweibdeh was founded in the 1920s, shortly after Amman itself was founded in the nearby valley, eventually merging with it, becoming part of the old downtown area. [ 2 ] Paris Square ( Arabic : دوار باريس ), formerly known as Hawooz Square ( Arabic : دوار الحاووز ), [ 1 ] is the epicenter of Luweibdeh.
South Abdoun is a mostly residential neighborhood. The southernmost part is home to a vibrant commercial district including Taj Mall, Abdoun Mall, several rooftop restaurants, gyms, pubs, bars and nightclubs. The area recently became more crowded after the inauguration of Abdoun corridor which now connects south Amman with the airport road. [2]
Downtown Amman is made up of a myriad of souq [2] markets and independently-owned businesses, including informal and marginalized economies. [3] As described by anthropologist Ahmad Abu Khalil: "...within the area there is a concentration of the oldest central markets for vegetables, clothes, and secondhand clothes.
Restaurants in the vicinity include Romero's, located halfway between the 3rd and 2nd Circles. [4] The Lebanese restaurant Argeelah [5] is also close by. Located inside the Hyatt Hotel is the Italian-themed Incontro restaurant. [6] The 3rd Circle is located in the Shmeisani neighborhood of Amman. [7] The 3rd Circle is also known as King Talal ...