Private As-Salt Harmony Trail & Al-Maidan Street Guided Walking Tour from Amman
Discover Jordan’s first old capital, on this day trip. An important settlement in ancient times. This picture a hillside town of yellow-colored limestone houses, known as a place where multiple faiths including Muslims & Christians, live in harmony. Absorb the friendly, community atmosphere on a guided walking tour along the historical “Harmony Trail”; seeing its honey-colored Ottoman mansions like Abu Jaber Museum, walk thru its mosques & churches side by side; & visit Al Ain Plaza, Evangelical Hospital, & Al-Maidan Street. Take in the, Al-Khader Church, & Great Mosque experience. Other important landmarks you will visit are: The English Complex, Hala Kakish’s Home, & Roman Catholic Church & School. Stroll along Hammam Street & enjoy free time to shop for souvenirs & other goodies in its traditional local shops & markets. Private leisure transfer with local guide are included. Enjoy, if you wish, a local lunch or a home-cooked meal experience before heading back to Amman.
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Stop At: Al Salt, Al Salt, Balqa Governorate
After hotel pick-up in Amman with your private leisure vehicle and English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide, travel north to ancient As-Salt (UNESCO World Heritage), once earmarked as a capital of Jordan. Built on hills, As-Salt was ruled by the Romans and Byzantines before enjoying prosperity under the Ottomans from the 1890s to the 1920s. Today, Christian and Muslim communities live here in harmony, with mosques and churches sitting side by side. Meet a local guide and follow the “Harmony Trail”. Get a feel of the interreligious unique harmony and coherence within the neighborhoods of As-Salt on this fabulous one in a time Trail. Reflected in the long-standing mosques and churches that reside together in peace, As-Salt is known for its sense of unity and community. While on the trail, keep an eye out for the Islamic and Christian symbols and inscriptions that are infused within the architecture of old homes and houses of worship.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Abu Jaber Museum, Prince Hasan Bin Talal Street, Al Salt 19110 Jordan
Explore downtown As-Salt and start your journey by visiting the Historic Old As-Salt Museum, Abu Jaber House, a beautiful mansion, representing the era of prosperity in the city at the end of the 19th century. It has been converted into the Historical Old Salt Museum, showcasing the history of the golden age of the city. Proceed to Al Ain Plaza: As-Salt’s old down town surrounded by Hammam Street, Al-Eskafyeh, and Al-Khayateen stairs. Enjoy watching the locals play a game of Mangaleh while; the most famous game in As-Salt, passed down through generations. Visit the Great Mosque, which was once the oldest mosque in As-Salt, originally constructed in the 13th century and was later rebuilt in 2007 in Al Ain Plaza, the center of the city, reflecting a mix of modern and traditional architecture. As a town that appreciates interfaith coexistence, the stairs of the mosque lead to the Church of the Good Shepherd.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Al Salt, Al Salt, Balqa Governorate
Walk towards The English Complex established in 1849, and served as a hub for various activities. The complex combined a school for children, the first hospital in Jordan, the Church of the Good Shepherd, and a school for religious lessons. It treated patients during the two world wars, Palestinian revolutions and the great earthquake that struck the city in 1927.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Al Salt, Al Salt, Balqa Governorate
Visit the iconic house of Hala Kakish’s Home of Neighborhoods & Gardens built in 1864, reflecting the development of As-Salt’s urban economic character. It was owned by one of As-Salt’s biggest families. The house has been granted to As-Salt Greater Municipality to be used as headquarters for As-Salt City Development Project. Continue to Al-Khader Orthodox Church and the shrine within are the most visited place in As-Salt. Found at the end of Al-Khader Street, a winding road filled with a variety of shops, is this church originally built in an ancient cave in 1682. Al-Khader Church is also a place where not only Christians pray, but Muslims are welcome to pray too. Procced to the Small Mosque, the oldest standing mosque in As-Salt, built in the first quarter of the 20th century. Located at the end of Al - Hammam Street, the small mosque was built by mason Haj Suleiman Abu Al Hosson in 1905-1907 and financed solely by donations from the local community.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Al Salt, Al Salt, Balqa Governorate
Continue to the Roman Catholic Church and School, the first private school in As-Salt. It welcomes both Muslim and Christian students and teachers. Enjoy free time to peruse all local independent shops, walk its markets and snap up some souvenirs (at your own expense). Optional lunch at a local restaurant or home-made visit experience for an authentic meal. Your tour concludes with a hotel drop-off in Amman.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Al Salt, Al Salt, Balqa Governorate
Upgrade: Optional visit to the Islamic shrines of Prophet Yusha’ and Shuaib for a spiritual engaging experience with additional cost.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Confirmation will be received at the time of booking."
"Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request."
"Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher."
"Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request."
"Clients with mobility issues, please contact us."
"Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us."
"Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us."
"Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Horário de Início:
09:00 AM
Duração: 6 Hours
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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