Amman (English pronunciation: /ɑːˈmɑːn/; Arabic: عمّان)
is the capital and most populous city of Jordan, and the
country's economic, political and cultural centre.
Situated in north-central Jordan, Amman is the
administrative centre of the Amman Governorate. The city
has a population of 4,007,526 and a land area of 1,680
square kilometres (648.7 sq mi). Today, Amman is
considered to be among the most liberal and westernized
Arab cities. It is a major tourist destination in the
region, particularly among Arab and European tourists.
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