Salt

　　Highlights           The Salt Archaeology and Folklore Museum: The archaeology section features artifacts dating back to the Bronze Age, while the folklore exhibition displays traditional clothing of the Bedouin and Salt communities.    Opening hours: Summer 8:00–19:00, Winter 8:00–17:00    Phone: (05) 3555653      The Salt Handicrafts Center: A vocational school offering specialized training in weaving and pottery for young people, where traditional crafts and techniques can be observed. There is also an attached shop that helps raise funds for the school.    Phone: (05) 3551781     Fuheis: A distinctive town featuring a complex with restaurants, galleries, and craft shops. Outdoor theatre and music performances are held in summer, making it a renowned hub for folk culture in Amman.    Phone: (06) 4721528    Introduction     The small town of Salt was once the capital of Jordan during the Ottoman Turkish era, surpassing Amman in prominence at the time. Though now quiet, many well-preserved Ottoman-era buildings remain, constructed from local yellow stone that gives Salt its golden hue—contrasting with Amman’s white. As such, sunset is the most beautiful time to visit.

　　 Jordan, Amman