Duke of Mukhyber's Residence
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John B
Cambridgeshire, UK903 contributions
Jun 2013 • Solo
The Duke of Mukhyber's Residence is a rather odd place. It was quite difficult to find. l I had almost given up and went into the Al Rasheed Court Cafe for some refreshment only to discover I could see the 'Duke's Residence' from their balcony!
The Duke's residence is a strange mixture of old items and photographs in a decaying second story apartment which has never actually been a Duke's residence but has been a Post Office and later an Hotel, until eventually finally becoming a museum of times past.
Unfortunately it fails as a museum as it has very little of antique interest and has slowly decayed leaving an interesting quiet space with a few old photographs in the bedlam of downtown hustle and bustle. I was the only visitor for the half an hour I was there but I noticed two other names in the visitor's book for the day before.
It is neither a museum nor a preserved stately home but a quiet retreat slowly going to ruin surrounded by modernity and the furious pace of modern life. This makes it worth visiting. It is a pleasure to have a cup of tea with the custodian, Abu Jaffar, and in the street below you can buy delicious Kanafee. One leaves feeling one has shared in an old joke with the "Duke" who created it. If you like odd, slightly surreal experiences, this might be for you. I enjoyed it immensely.
The Duke's residence is a strange mixture of old items and photographs in a decaying second story apartment which has never actually been a Duke's residence but has been a Post Office and later an Hotel, until eventually finally becoming a museum of times past.
Unfortunately it fails as a museum as it has very little of antique interest and has slowly decayed leaving an interesting quiet space with a few old photographs in the bedlam of downtown hustle and bustle. I was the only visitor for the half an hour I was there but I noticed two other names in the visitor's book for the day before.
It is neither a museum nor a preserved stately home but a quiet retreat slowly going to ruin surrounded by modernity and the furious pace of modern life. This makes it worth visiting. It is a pleasure to have a cup of tea with the custodian, Abu Jaffar, and in the street below you can buy delicious Kanafee. One leaves feeling one has shared in an old joke with the "Duke" who created it. If you like odd, slightly surreal experiences, this might be for you. I enjoyed it immensely.
Written 29 June 2013
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Naumbea
3 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
The term: oldest building is relative. This one yours to be one. Well maintained it is. But you can find older ones.
Written 31 January 2021
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abroadwithashley
Minneapolis, MN1,724 contributions
Sept 2019
Advertised as the oldest building in downtown Amman, in Arabic, diwan means the section of the house whose doors are always open to guests. Built in 1924 as the Central Post Office and later used by the Haifa Hotel, it now hosts literary and artistic events. We must have found this place on Atlas Obsurca, because it was pretty random. We had a great time - minus the coffee, skip that - and enjoyed the 30 minutes we spent here.
Written 12 February 2020
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Haytham Abu Firas
Qatar20,603 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
This house still maintains its entity. Built in 1924 and was the old post office in city. A short free visit start with a long stairs, reach to the house or you can say a now museum. Duke’s Diwan has many antique items, pictures and paintings. The little balcony view is stunning. The lady who welcomes us there didn’t explain us anything.
Written 12 August 2024
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AliFayyad
Amman, Jordan325 contributions
Nov 2016 • Friends
A wonderful place in Amman downtown, nice to be visited by any visitor interested in culture, civilization, art, and literature
Written 21 November 2016
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Sasha B
Bristol, UK6 contributions
Dec 2012 • Couples
A must visit historic house in downtown Amman. Saved by a local philanthropist (the Duke), the 2nd story house features historic photos of Amman, along with pieces of art, newspapers, etc. If the duke is in the house, you may get invited to a free Knafeh with him, bought fresh from Habiba downstairs
Written 11 January 2013
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JFA
Amman, Jordan8 contributions
Sept 2018
Nice little apartment @ Downtwon. Well serviced and maintained. You can spend 15-30 mins max up there looking at some traditional souvenirs from Jordan's history in the 20th century . Probably the best experience you will experience is the balcony view over downtown area (King Faisal Street). Good spot of photos and selfies.
Over all, if you are downtown, it won't hurt to pass by for a visit. If you miss it, it is not a big deal.
Over all, if you are downtown, it won't hurt to pass by for a visit. If you miss it, it is not a big deal.
Written 4 August 2019
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KARIMBAWAB
Amman, Jordan62 contributions
Sept 2017 • Family
This building used to be the first hotel of Amman, when Trans-Jordan was established, in 1923. 15 years ago, Mr. Mamdouh Bisharat, known as the Duke of Mukheibeh, bought it and transformed it into an art and cultural centre. If you will visit it, Mr. Bisharat will buy and offer you a delicious Arabic sweet, known under the name of Kunafah. He will show you a nice collection of paintings and old books. In case you have some spare time and it happens that you will be in downtown of Amman, why not to visit this place, which is not a residence, as the title says, but an art and cultural few rooms, one floor old hotel.
Written 11 October 2017
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Pepe S
London, UK106 contributions
Aug 2015 • Solo
To start, no Duke lived in this building. A rich local bought it and decided to turn it into a museum. It has odd opening hours - sometimes it opens in the mornings; other times at night, depending on staff availability, I was told. When it is open, large signs are placed on either side of the steps. It is comprised of several rooms on the first floor and overlooks the busy street outside. It is next to the alley where a popular eatery is located with long queues - Habibah
Most of the artefacts are early twentieth century. The décor is rather shabby. On my second visit, I was served mint tea.
It is also known as the Duke's Diwan.
Most of the artefacts are early twentieth century. The décor is rather shabby. On my second visit, I was served mint tea.
It is also known as the Duke's Diwan.
Written 1 July 2016
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Lionel Wilton
25 contributions
Sept 2014 • Friends
Having been told should not miss this time capsual I found it difficult to locate and frankly disappointing when I did , it was unloved and whilst there were a few interesting artefacts they were not really displayed , more a voyage of discovery , there was someone in attendance but she was more intent on focusing on her mobile devise .
Written 2 December 2014
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