Jordan Aqaba Governorate

Wadi Rum Protected Area

A vast desert reserve with towering sandstone mountains, narrow canyons, and ancient rock engravings, popular for hiking and camping.

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Located near the southern part of Jordan, Wadi Rum Protected Area is a sprawling desert landscape. A UNESCO world heritage site, this fiery red sandstone destination contains rock paintings and scriptures that trace back to ancient times. Witness spectacular valleys, rivers, mountains alongside rich culture and history at this iconic desert destination.

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