The Semitic name for the city is Jarsho; it was called Jerasa during the Hellenic period; and the city was also mentioned in a number of Nabataean inscriptions. Jerash was one of the most important cities of the Decapolis – the league of Ten Cities – which was established by Pompey in 63 BC. Later the city thrived under Umayyad rule.
Al-Qeirawan
Was one of the most important water sources for the old city. Some remains of settlements dating back to the early Bronze Age have been found in Al-Qeirawan.
The Southern Theater
Was built in the late 1st century AD.
The Gate of Hadrian
Was built for the occasion of a visit by Hadrian to Jerash in AD 130.
The Temple of Artemis
Was built in the 2nd century AD to the north of the city of Jerash.
Hurries' Fountain
Is a building that includes water fountains built for nymphs in the late 2nd century AD.
Was built on top of a cave and a rock dating back to the Iron Age. The construction of this temple extended from the 1st to the 2nd centuries BC.
Southern Gate
Was built in the 2nd century AD and was destroyed in AD 268 during the Tadmur Wars.
The Hibdrom
Is a public theatre and field for horse races.
Sahat Al-Nadwa
Is a public plaza furnished with flagstones and surrounded by Ayyubid columns.
The Church of Marianas the Bishop
Was erected in AD 570 during the Byzantine period.
Colonnade
Is the main road in the Roman city of Jerash and stretches 800 meters.
Northern Amphitheater
Is among the most impressive buildings in the northern part of the city. Work on the Amphitheater was completed in AD 164-165.
The Church of Metropolitan Ashe'a
Was built during the Byzantine period, AD 559.
The Church of Johanna
Was built in AD 531 and its floors were decorated with mosaics.
Was built as a commemoration for the twin saints who grew up in Arabia. They were famous for healing the poor and needy without accepting payment.
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