Ras Al-Ein area

Ras al-Ein is one of the 22 areas in the city of Amman, Jordan. It is managed by the Greater Amman Municipality. The neighborhood has a mix of old and new parts. It includes the grand Roman Amphitheatre along with busy markets and new cultural projects. This mix of history and modern life makes Ras al-Ein special in Amman.

Location

Ras al-Ein is an area in Amman, Jordan. It is bordered by Ali Ben Abi Taleb Street to the north, As-Sakhrah Al-Musharrafah Street to the south, Al-Quds Street to the west, and Price Hassan Street to the east. Sometimes people include nearby places like Ras Al Ein Park when talking about Ras al-Ein.

Ras al-Ein is part of a larger area called Qasabah Amman. This area also includes places such as Al-Abdali, Al-Madinah, Al-Yarmuk, Bader, and Zahran.

Demographics

In 2015, Ras al-Ein had 138,024 people living in 28,474 homes. The area is small, just 6.79 km², so it was very crowded with many people living close together.

Features

Ras Al-Ein is an important area in the city of Amman, Jordan. It has a spring that helps give water to the city. The area is a key spot for transportation, with Amman's South Bus Station located here. Plans are in place to improve bus travel in the area.

The Ras Al Ein Park opened in 2017 and includes playgrounds, a bicycle track, and paths for walking. The area is known for its cultural sites, such as the Ras Al Ain Gallery and Hangar, the Jordan Museum, and the National Music Conservatory.

Amman's Friday Market, which sells second-hand clothing and shoes, moved to Ras Al-Ein in 2014 from another part of the city.