Wadi Rum in Jordan is one of the fascinadoras destinations in the map of the Jordan, including Petra and the Dead Sea. If you come up with the idea of a sandy, sand dune land that comes to mind when you hear of the desert, you probably would not believe the view here. Wadi Rum is such a different landscape.
Lunar Valley
The Wadi Rum Desert is characterized by a glow of red. In addition, mountains and deserts converge here. One wonders if this place is on earth, when nature’s hand-crafted rock formations, granite arches, and sand dunes and mountain ranges meet. This is why the valley is called the Valley of the Moon.
Only a small number of nomadic Bedouin people have adapted to the harsh terrain. However, researchers believe that humans have been living in the area for the past 4,000 years. Although the red color of the soil is due to the presence of iron oxide, it is estimated that most of the earth’s minerals are present here. Wadi Rum in southern Jordan is about 350 km from the capital Amman. Wadi rum is located near the highway to the Jordanian coastal city of Aqaba.
Another desert journey
Visitors to Wadi Rum Village are not the only ones who get a different view of the desert. You can fly over the desert in a hot air balloon or in a microlight plane that can carry one or two people. Camel rides are also possible with the help of Bedouin guides. The unavoidable 4 wheel drive in Desert Safari is a little more adventurous and exciting in Wadi Rum. The night sky view of the desert is also a good opportunity here.
English Summary: Wadi Rum Tourism Jordan