Ayn Ghazal is a Neolithic archaeological site located in Amman, Jordan, about 2 km north-west of Amman Civil Airport. The site is remarkable for being the place where the ʿAin Ghazal statues were found, which are among the oldest large-sized statues ever discovered. It lies on the banks of the Seil Amman stream, near the point it flows into the Zarqa River.
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Good year-round — there is no single window you have to hit.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ayn Ghazal?
The best time to visit Ayn Ghazal is Year-round, in Amman, Jordan.
Where is Ayn Ghazal?
Ayn Ghazal is in Amman, Jordan.
What is Ayn Ghazal known for?
Ayn Ghazal is a Neolithic archaeological site located in Amman, Jordan, about 2 km north-west of Amman Civil Airport. The site is remarkable for being the place where the ʿAin Ghazal statues were found, which are among the oldest large-sized statues ever discovered. It lies on the banks of the Seil Amman stream, near the point it flows into the Zarqa River.




