April 2013
Visit the Citadel's ancient ruins. The views over Amman are spectacular and it's the ideal way to get your bearings for a day's exploration of this city built on seven hills.

April 2013
Head up to Ajloun Forest, an hour north of Amman, where April brings carpets of spring flowers to the hills of this woodland nature reserve. There are several guided walks that start from its visitor centre.

January 2013
If you want some western-style shopping then try wandering the streets of Sweifieh, which is lined with stores for all your needs and wants: clothes, gifts, jewellery, books and gadgets…