Archaeology

Jordan related archaeology articles, books, studies and resources.

A report on the Petra 'Lower Market' survey and archaeological excavations describing the discovery of a monumental pool and evidence for an ornamental garden in the ancient city.

An introduction for K-12 students in northwest Pennsylvania to the world of Near Eastern Archaeology by the use is Khirbet Iskander in Jordan.

Provides description, photos and reports about the archaeological site of Quseir Amra.

Official site of this excavation in Jordan. Features an illustrated history and report on the progress of excavations.

Archaeological research project website to coordinate and discuss the cultural and environmental resources of Wadi Araba.

Includes information about Umm El-Jimal restoration project - 1972 to 1993. Presents other publications on the site including 'Umm El-Jimal: Gem of the Black Desert', and annual reports from the Jordanian Department of Antiquities.

Information on the excavations, including the aims and background to the project, preliminary reports, a number of maps and a bibliography.

Information on the discovery, preservation, interpretation and display of the statues at the Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C.

Excavations focused on the Byzantine Church near the center of the tell, Bronze Age settlement on the northeast edge, and the Bronze Age tombs across the wadi to the west of the tell. Details on the 2001-2004 excavations.