Temple of Hercules

Amman, Jordan

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November 16th 2011
Amman, Jordan’s capital, feels ancient. I was warned that the city would be sleepy and dull. But I got a different impression. True, there’s a quiet calm in Amman—even amidst the bustling city center—but one that comes with thousands of years of age, not sleepiness. Houses are the same shade of brown that blends with the surrounding dirt. They’re densely situated among hills that go o ... read more

Middle East » Jordan

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For most of its history since independence from British administration in 1946, Jordan was ruled by King HUSSEIN (1953-99). A pragmatic ruler, he successfully navigated competing pressures from the major powers (US, USSR, and UK), various Arab states... ... read more