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Odeon of Amman

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Odeon of Amman, Amman, Jordan
Odeon of Amman, Amman, Jordan

The Odeon is a small Roman theatre built in the 2nd century AD in Philadelphia, as Amman was then called. It seated around 500 people and is thought to have…

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About Odeon of Amman

The Odeon is a small Roman theatre built in the 2nd century AD in Philadelphia, as Amman was then called. It seated around 500 people and is thought to have been roofed, used for music and smaller gatherings. It stands on the east side of the Hashemite Plaza, facing the Roman Theatre across the square. It has been restored and is used for concerts and festivals.

Key facts

Name
Odeon of Amman
Type
Other Places
City
Amman
Country
Jordan
Coordinates
31.9523134, 35.9399082
Last updated
2026-10-31

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