CARDO MAXIMUS

About Cardo Maximus

Built in the 1st century AD, the Cardo Maximus was paved with large stone slabs, many of which still show the grooves left by ancient chariot wheels. The street also had an advanced drainage system, showcasing Roman engineering brilliance. Walking along its ruins today, visitors can admire the preserved columns, remnants of shops, and traces of an ancient civilization that thrived in Gerasa (modern-day Jerash).

As part of Jerash’s archaeological site, the Cardo Maximus offers a fascinating journey into Jordan’s Roman past, making it a must-visit for history enthusiasts.