Zahran Street

21-Mar-2024

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Zahran Street... a journey through different times, and a trip to prestigious places and landmarks of exquisite beauty!

Zahran is the street that completed the charm of Jabal Amman, connecting its eight neighborhoods to embark on a journey in one of the finest areas of Amman.

Why Named Zahran Street?

Most narratives tell us that Zahran Street was named after Zahran Palace, which was built atop a hill in 1957 in West Amman, specifically between the third and fourth roundabouts. It was the fourth palace among the royal palaces and served as the residence of Her Majesty Queen Zein Al Sharaf until her passing in 1994. Later, it became a venue for official events and ceremonies, witnessing the wedding ceremony of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah and Princess Rajwa Al Saif. Returning to the main reason for naming it Zahran, it is said to be named after the ancestor Zahran bin Kaab bin Al Harith bin Azd Shanuah.

Some circulated narratives suggest that when Zahran Palace was built, the plan was for this area to be a diplomatic zone, known at the time as the Diplomatic Quarter. We may notice the concentration of many embassies and diplomatic missions in the Zahran area. However, over time, the area flourished and became a residential and commercial district.

Overview of Zahran Street

- Zahran Street is 7.5 km long.

- It connects eastern Amman from its intersection with Islamic College Street and ends at the eighth roundabout, where it meets the main streets of Amman, including the Medical City Street, one of the most important streets in Amman and the longest.

- Along Zahran Street lies Jabal Amman, one of the oldest and most luxurious areas.

- The fifth roundabout, located on Zahran Street, was classified as the most expensive in the world.

- Most embassies, diplomatic missions, and main headquarters of major companies are located along Zahran Street.

- Zahran Street is a gathering point for many international hotels, including the most luxurious ones.

- Zahran Street is known as the street of neighborhoods, some of which later turned into traffic lights from the fifth to the eighth roundabout.

- Zahran Street embraces many ancient archaeological landmarks that have shaped the history of the region, some of which have been restored and converted into places to visit, restaurants, and cafes.

Location of Zahran Street

Many believe that Zahran Street starts at the intersection of the first roundabout, but the truth is that Zahran Street starts from its intersection with Islamic Scientific College Street to the east, extending from the first roundabout through the second roundabout until it meets with Zahran Street between the second and third roundabouts, and extends to the eighth roundabout.

Real Estate on Zahran Street

Real estate on Zahran Street varies between old buildings that tell the history and modern constructions that blend with the distinctive modern city. Zahran Street began to attract attention for the construction of various buildings and residential and commercial properties since the 1950s when Zahran Palace was built, particularly near the fourth roundabout, igniting vitality in this street. Therefore, most of the buildings on this street are designated for embassies and diplomatic missions, as it was designed then to be the Diplomatic Quarter. Until today, Zahran Street still maintains its original character, with villas and independent houses, but over time, it witnessed urban development with high-standard apartment buildings, attracting citizens and foreign residents in Amman to live in them.

List of Commercial Real Estate on Zahran Street

- Commercial lands for sale on Zahran Street

- Offices for sale on Zahran Street

- Showrooms for sale on Zahran Street

- Commercial complexes for sale on Zahran Street

- Warehouses for sale on Zahran Street

- Commercial villas for sale on Zahran Street

Commercial properties for rent on Zahran Street

- Commercial lands for rent on Zahran Street

- Offices for rent on Zahran Street

- Showrooms for rent on Zahran Street

- Commercial complexes for rent on Zahran Street

- Warehouses for rent on Zahran Street

- Commercial villas for rent on Zahran Street

Intersections of Zahran Street and Connected Areas

- Third Roundabout Intersection: Officially known as King Talal Square, it connects Prince Mohammad Street extending from Downtown Eastwards and Abdul Moneim Riad Street, which extends to Ras Al Ain area from the West, connecting it to the Abdoun corridor. The Royal Amman Hotel and the Grand Hyatt Amman are located at the third roundabout, and Al Khalidi Street ends at the third roundabout intersection.

- Fourth Roundabout Intersection: Officially known as Prince Ghazi Bin Mohammed Square, it is the vibrant heart of Amman's area and the beginning of the connection between East Amman and the most important areas of West Amman through Weibdeh and Shmeisani. The building and headquarters of the Jordanian government presidency are located at the fourth roundabout intersection, and the Al Khalidi Street begins from Zahran Street towards the third roundabout, housing Al Khalidi Hospital and many medical complexes and doctors.

- Fifth Roundabout: It is the most expensive roundabout among the Zahran Street neighborhoods, and it is the intersection where the roundabout was removed and replaced with traffic lights. Officially known as Prince Faisal Bin Al Hussein Square. Many international hotels such as the Ritz Carlton Amman, Fairmont Hotel, Sheraton Amman, and Four Seasons Hotel were the main reason for its classification as the most expensive roundabout in the world. It connects the intersection of Al Kindi Street and Abdoun, and the boundaries of the Abdoun area begin from it.

- Sixth Roundabout: Officially known as Prince Rashid Bin Al Hassan Square, it connects Um Uthaina and Sweifieh areas via Prince Faisal Bin Abdullah Street and Princess Alia Street. The sixth roundabout is an exceptional residential and commercial area surrounded by many major companies and different hotels such as the Crowne Plaza Hotel and the Jordan Towers project. It was one of the first roundabouts to be converted into traffic lights.

- Seventh Roundabout: Officially known as Prince Talal Bin Mohammed Square, it gained great importance as it is directly connected to Airport Street and is connected with major commercial streets such as Medina Street Intersection and Abdullah Ghosheh Street. Due to this connection, the seventh roundabout gained significant commercial value compared to the roundabouts along Zahran Street, especially as it is surrounded by the Sweifieh and Um Uthaina areas and the Deir Ghbar area, one of the most upscale areas of Amman. The seventh roundabout was one of the first roundabouts to be converted into traffic lights.

- Eighth Roundabout: The last and largest intersection of Zahran Street, located in the new area of Amman, and the point where Zahran Street intersects with the major commercial streets is Medical City Street - King Abdullah II Street. The eighth roundabout is the starting point for Wadi Al Seer district and the intersection point of Zahran Street with Wadi Al Seer Street.

Overall, Zahran Street stands as a testament to the history, elegance, and dynamism of Amman, connecting its past with its present and future through its vibrant neighborhoods, commercial areas, and iconic landmarks.

Zahran Area

It is the area that extends from the first roundabout to the sixth roundabout, encompassing five main upscale neighborhoods: Jabal Amman, Al Ridwan, Um Uthaina, Northern Abdoun, and Southern Abdoun. Zahran Area, as mentioned, originated with the flourishing Zahran Palace. It is a historical area that carries many stories and tales within the details of the architectural engineering prevalent at that time.

Key Landmarks on Zahran Street

Embassies on Zahran Street and Surrounding Areas

Zahran Street hosts almost all embassies and diplomatic missions of various countries worldwide, including:

- Embassy of Thailand

- Canadian Embassy

- Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman

- Kuwaiti Embassy

- French Embassy

- Spanish Embassy

- Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran

- State of Palestine Embassy

- Turkish Embassy

- Embassy of the Syrian Arab Republic

- Embassy of the United Arab Emirates

- Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt

- Tunisian Embassy

- Algerian Embassy

- British Embassy

- Australian Embassy

- Embassy of the Lebanese Republic

- Embassy of the Kingdom of Bahrain

- Pakistani Embassy

Hotels on Zahran Street

Zahran Street also includes many luxurious hotels, including:

- Royal Amman Hotel

- The Ritz Carlton Hotel Amman

- Sheraton Hotel

- Four Seasons Hotel

- Crowne Plaza Hotel

- Fairmont Hotel

Important Landmarks on Zahran Street

- Zahran Palace

- Jordanian Government Presidency

- General Directorate of MedLab Laboratory

- Zahran Park

- King Hussein Club

In Homes Jordan, we have a specialized team in commercial real estate. So, if you are currently looking for offices, showrooms, or commercial villas, feel free to contact our team for consultation and guidance towards making the right decision.