Jordan

I'm sure we all know and recognize Petra or the "treasury" from the Indiana Jones movie, but did you know its not a stage but an ancient city you can explore and enjoy. This ancient city was built over 2,000 years ago and wasn't found by western man until 1812. The city was built by a nomadic Arab tribe known as the Nabataeans for trade in the desolate desert. Its nickname is the rose city for ...

A beautiful ancient Roman theatre from the 2nd-century Bring your camera to the Roman Amphitheater located in the eastern part Amman. It is specifically at the foot of Jabal Al-Joufah, on a hill opposite the Amman Citadel. It is free and open to the public and offers wonderful views of the neighboring hill and villages.  History: A Greek inscription on one of the pillars indicates that this...

Go to the Citadel with your camera for a striking view of the city at sunset! The Citadel sits on the highest hill in Amman and overlooks the old city and Roman Theater below. The Citadel houses the Temple of Hercules, a Byzantine church, and the Umayyad palace - all of which look beautiful against the blue sky background as the sun sets. The site is open until about 7pm and costs 2 JOR for ent...

Wadi Rum, also known as the Valley of the Moon, is a nature preserve south of Petra, known for its beauty and history. It has striking landscape, ridges, arches, and beautiful colored sand that will leave you in awe. You can tour Wadi Rum by Jeep (or other car) or by camel, typically in groups led by a local guide. Along the tour, typically 1.5-2 hours, you will have the opportunity to stop to ...