IS WADI RUM WORTH VISITING?

Wadi Rum is almost up there on a par with anyone’s long-term bucket list destination Petra which is really saying something.

Spend a morning climbing to the top of Burdah Rock Bridge, the tallest natural arch in Wadi Rum, where you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views. Take a scenic stroll to your second arch of the day at Um Fruth.

Another option for travelers with extra time is a walk through Wadi Nuqra, a picturesque canyon, eventually hopping in a Jeep for a ride to the Bedouin dams and to admire Cow Rock – an aptly named natural formation.

You can also add some more adventurous activities to your agenda: ride a camel to some well-known sights, go rock climbing with a guide on ancient sandstone walls, or take in the sunrise from a hot air balloon.

The sky is literally the limit. Another free things to do in Wadi Rum is watching the milky way at night and gazing at shooting stars.

Lawrences-spring
Lawrence’s spring

Where Lawrence of Arabia reputedly washed during the Arab Revolt. Has an attractive rock inscriptions on nearby rocks.

Khazali-canyon
Khazali canyon

Deep, narrow fissure in the mountain side, containing many rock inscriptions.

Rock-bridge
Rock bridge

Spectacular natural rock arch, with great views.

Burrah-canyon
Burrah canyon

long, deep canyon between dramatic mountains. Lots of sand in places. Very beautiful in early morning or late evening, when the sun turns the rock deep orange.

Wadi Rum "Siq Um Tawaqi"
Siq Um Tawaqi

Short canyon containing a carving of the head of T. E. Lawrence.

Anfashieh inscriptions
Anfashieh inscriptions

This mountain is famous for its formations and inscription. Anfashieh has numerous Thamudic and Nabatean inscriptions, next to it drawings of animals, humans, and camel caravans.

Sunset sites in Wadi Rum
Sunset sites

Winter and summer sites, where you get the most dramatic views of Wadi Rum as the sun sinks below the horizon.

Sand dunes
Sand dunes

large area of sand dunes piled up against the mountains. Fun to climb to the top. Have desert-adapted plants.

Alameleh Inscriptions
Alameleh Inscriptions

Good example of ancient rock drawings, showing camels and wildlife.

Seven Pillars of Wisdom
Seven Pillars of Wisdom

The local bedouin referred to this mountain as Jabal al-Mazmar long before outsiders had ever heard of Rum.

Wadi Rum "Nabatean Temple – Aretas (IV)"
Nabatean Temple – Aretas (IV)

Used by Nabatean to worship ALLAT (Goddes). This temple was built on the ruins of Allat temple of the AAD TRIBE.

Jabal Umm Al Dami
Jabal Umm Al Dami

Located inside Wadi Rum and near Saudi Arabia’s border, Um Al Dami Mountain stands high emanating from the picturesque sand. It is the tallest mountain in Jordan provides summit views at an elevation of approximately 1,854 meters.

It is inappropriate to reveal even the slightest amount of stomach or hips – so short tops, short skirts / shorts, or tight clothes should be avoided completely, with the possible exception of your hotel pool area.
It is so huge

Comprises an area of 74,200 hectares (about 183,352 acres), nearly as large as New York City (78,380 hectares / 193,484 acres)

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The Red Rock Formations

Arches, towering cliffs, massive landslides, dramatic cavernous weathering forms and narrow gorges, all together create an almost fairy-tale setting.

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Fairy-tale place at night

Watch Milky Way a million miles away with your naked eyes thanks to the extremely clear air, count the endless stars in the sparkling night sky, enjoy the total silence and peace of the desert

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Mars on Earth

Red sands & red sandstone mountains create an uncanny Mars-like landscape, making you feel like you are stepping foot on another planet, though you are on Earth.

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All time Hollywood - Mars

The Martian (2015), The Last Days on Mars (2013), Red Planet (2000), Mission to Mars (2000), Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Prometheus, Lawrence of Arabia, etc.. had been filmed in Wadi Rum

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Year-round destination

Summer and winter may be less comfortable in terms of weather, but is rewarding with significantly smaller crowds. And the best time for climbing and hiking is from October to April

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