A reasonably large but quite accessible set of ruins. It has a theatre and at least three churches and has great examples of different types of architecture - a must for any classicist. Recently they've started having re-enactments of chariot races but these are in the high afternoon and there is no shade to stand in to watch them -... more

visited jerash in april 2004.. am still longing to go back . would like to set aside one entire day for exploring the site as once-over-lightly was just not enough to satisfy my 'need to know'. Hopefully I will be able to go back this fall. more

As is described in the other visitor's comments, this is an amazing site. The scale of the ruins is very impressive. It is also the small details that show the day-to-day routine of the old town, for example the chariot tracks worn into the stone roads. A guide is useful but it is also worth going a little off the... more

A Great contrast to place like Pompeii. it was a provinical capital built for beauty! the columns are amazing and the main piazza is unlike any i have seen in any other Roman city. remarkable well preserved given its proximity to town, adjacent to the plot! definitely a great day trip but won't give you the in depth look into... more

I recently took a group of new expatriates to visit Jerash, having been a few times myself. However, on this trip, we purchased tickets to watch a show regarding Roman history, featuring soldiers, chariots, etc. It was excellent - the speaker was fantasic and entertaining, yet professional. The show lasted approx. 45 minutes - very entertaining. Well worth the money.... more