Al Muqabalen lies in south-west Amman within the Qasabat Amman district and is grouped administratively with Umm Quseir and Al Bnayyat. The wider area takes in several residential quarters, among them Al Hurriyah, Al-Husnyeh, Hay Al Sahabah, Al Karamah, Al Huwayyan, Umm Quseir and North and South Al Bnayyat. Neighbouring areas include Badr, Downtown, Marj Al Hamam, Ras Al Ain, Zahran and Jawa.
Being next to Airport Road, the area is a regular through route for people travelling to the south of Jordan, and Al Hurriyah Street, one of its main roads, connects south and west Amman. The population is mixed, with a growing number of young residents and close neighbourly ties.
Economic activity is varied. Ready-mix concrete companies and stone and block works supply building materials, there are many factories, and a branch of Sultan Centre caters to wholesale shoppers. Al Muqabalen is also known for its large number of wedding halls.
For healthcare, residents can use Al Hamaideh private hospital, a comprehensive health centre, Al Hanan Hospital, Al Hayat Hospital and numerous private clinics. Schooling covers both public and private options, including King Abdullah II School for Excellence.
