Temple of Artemis

We have been to many in many countries but this would rank second to Turkey. So much better than the owners countries. Truly glad we came . Definitely not on bucket list but superb happy.

Impressive temple, or what is left from it. The whole complex is full of history. Every few steps there are signs explaining what you see. Visit my instagram: @nextdestination_ca

Jerash – A Walk Through Ancient Rome in Jordan! Jerash is honestly one of the coolest historical spots I’ve visited in Jordan. If you’re into Roman architecture, ancient history, or just love wandering through places that feel like time froze — this place is for you. The entry fee is 10 JD, but if you have the Jordan Pass, it’s completely free (which is a big plus). I’d recommend visiting in spring or autumn — the weather’s way more comfortable, and you can actually enjoy walking around without the harsh sun. Try to go in the morning around 8 or 9 AM — it’s quiet, peaceful, and the lighting is great for photos too. The place itself is massive and super well-preserved. You’ve got everything from colonnaded streets to amphitheaters, temples, and this huge oval-shaped forum that just blows your mind. Hard to believe this was a full-blown Roman city centuries ago — it was part of the Decapolis, and really boomed between the 1st and 3rd centuries AD. Give yourself at least 2-3 hours to explore at a relaxed pace. There are guides around if you want one, or you can just walk around and take it all in. One tip: wear good walking shoes — the stones are uneven, and it’s a big site. Totally worth every step though. Jerash was one of those places that surprised me — didn’t expect to love it as much as I did. It’s like stepping into a slice of Rome, right in the middle of Jordan.

Amazing structural designs. Never regret to pay additional trip for this visit. Such a great experience from the entrance. Good thing in this place is that they have a souvenir shops. So whenever you want to buy as token for yourself or remembrance, they have it all to offer.

This is an absulute MUST if you are in Jordan near Amman. Ruins are really well-preserved, im my opinion it is more compelling than Rome itself. Near the entrance a guy offered to guide us for some money (~20-30 euros), and despite I usually refuse these, we accepted it and it was so much worth it, he told many interesting facts, which we couldn't have discovered on our own. Recommend around 3 hours for it.

The soaring stone columns of Jerash's Temple of Artemis are amazingly impressive. Expertly cut, the towering columns create a stunning forest of limestone. Their intricate details are amazingly well-preserved after thousands of years. The temple's imposing colonnaded entrance leads into a vast sanctuary with alcoves. No visit to these impressive ruins is complete without seeing these magnificent columns.

Very well preserved and beautiful. Definitely go inside and under the temple. I’m not sure if you need a guide for this or not. There are guides (well they might be guides but not official guides) who will take you in and under and will charge 5JD. Very cool to explore around it and will only take like 10 minutes. Neat to see how the columns were made to move to be earthquake resistant too.

This was probably the most important building in Jerash, Artemis was the Patron of the city. Unfortunately the temple was never finished and smaller than the temple of Zeus. It has a bigger court yard and the stairs to get to it are impressive. The locals have taken over part of it and will pester you with the best place to take pictures, show you the moving column, try to sell you trinkets or just get in the way because at first you think they are tik tokers making reels. Once you tell everyone No, make your way into the catacombs and explore this small but amazing temple.