Irbid · Archaeological Site

Umm Qais

Ancient Gadara: city of panoramas

Overview

About Umm Qais

Umm Qais, ancient Gadara, is a historic site in northern Jordan featuring Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman ruins with panoramic views of the Golan Heights, Sea of Galilee, and Yarmouk River.

Key features

🎭 Western Theater

Well-preserved Roman theater with stunning views

⛪ Byzantine Church

Remains of an early Christian church

🏘️ Ottoman Village

Traditional village architecture

🛁 Roman Baths

Ancient Roman bath complex

🏛️ Decumanus Maximus

Main Roman street with columns

Research

Latest research

The Virtual Living Museum: Integrating the Multi-Layered Histories and Cultural Practices of Gadara’s Archaeology in Umm Qais, Jordan

Gehan Selim, Monther Jamhawi, Mohamed Gamal Abdelmonem, Shouib Ma’bdeh, Andrew Holland

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This paper discusses a novel technological approach using virtual heritage technology to reflect Umm Qais heritage's intertwining and interdependent nature, developing the first model of a 'virtual living museum.'

Discovery of Hellenistic Temple at Umm Qeis Site Gadara in Northern Jordan: First Results

Firas Alawneh, Atef Al Shiyab

German Archaeological Institute2017

This research presents the results of archaeological excavations at Umm Qeis, revealing a Hellenistic temple and providing insights into the site's historical significance.

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Umm Qais - Hoosh al-Rosann - Room G

3D model of Umm Qais. 3D model: SJoudeh, via Sketchfab

Umm Qais - Hoosh al-Rosann - Room G

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