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Amman is the capital and largest city of Jordan, a country in the Middle East. Its history spans thousands of years, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Neolithic period (around 7000 BCE). The city has been known by various names throughout its history, including Philadelphia during the Roman period, and Ammon in ancient times, named after the Ammonites, an ancient Semitic people who lived in the region.

Ancient Period: The earliest records of Amman come from the Ammonites, who settled in the area around 1200 BCE. The Ammonites are mentioned in the Bible and were a significant cultural and political force in the region.