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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. [1]
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]
Rainbow Street is the location of numerous companies and shops, including the Wild Jordan Center. It is also home to important sites from modern Jordanian history, including the al-Mufti House, the residence of King Talal (Teta Alice's House), and the home of former military commander and Prime Minister Zaid ibn Shaker.
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.
The Boulevard's diverse array of retail outlets, restaurants, and entertainment venues cater to a wide range of tastes and preferences. From high-end fashion stores to cozy cafes serving traditional Jordanian cuisine, the strategic location of the area makes it easily accessible from various parts of the city, enhancing its appeal as a prime ...
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.
City Mall is a shopping mall located in Amman, Jordan, owned by the Al-Khayr Real Estate Investment Company. It opened in 2006. The mall extends over an area of 160,000 m 2 (1,700,000 sq ft), of which 55,000 m 2 (590,000 sq ft) are leasable. [1] [2] [3] It is known as one of the most famous hangout spots in Jordan.
In 1909 a city council was established in Amman by Circassian Ismael Babouk who became the first-ever mayor of the capital, and in 1914 Amman's first city district center was founded. [ 80 ] The Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) has been investing in making the city a better place, through a number of initiatives.