Very little is known about this place. The archeologists call it "Khirbat Abdoun" or "Abdoun Ruins". Abdoun is one of the fancy residential neighborhoods of West Amman inhabited mostly by the rich Jordanians and various expats. It hosts plenty of diplomatic missions as well as good number of trendy shops, restaurants and bars.
Abdoun is one of Amman's centres for nightlife. There are several mostly high-end nightclubs located in Abdoun which are frequented by both local residents of Amman and tourists alike. Abdoun Circle is surrounded by numerous restaurants, cafes and stalls, and is a popular spot among Amman's youth. Abdoun Mall, the first mall to open in Amman at the time of its opening, is also located in the district.
Abdoun is neighbored by the districts of Deir Ghbar, Swefieh, Ras Al Ain, and Jabal Amman. The Abdoun Bridge connects the 4th Circle in Jabal Amman to the Abdoun Circle, and a highway continues through Abdoun and into South Amman.
The area apparently used to be inhabited centuries ago as these inconspicuous ruins quietly witness. The remainders of mosaics, olive and wine press and decorations reveal the prosperity of the Byzantine times. Having served as a church and monastery under the rule of the emperors of Constantinople, the run-down structure was later barely used as shelter by local herdsmen until late 20th century, when the area rediscovered its prosperity under the above mentioned name of Abdoun. The ruins were explored and partilaly restored by the Department of antiquities in the 1990s and nowadays overlook the "Byzantine" lavishness of the nearby Taj Mall.
The cache has been hidden by a staff from a nearby embassy. Enjoy!