Jordan
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Petra District, Jordan
Explore the Ancient City of Petra
4.81.2 mi / 0 ft gainI'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 Ara...Read more -
Amman, Jordan
Photograph the Roman Amphitheater in Amman
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 neig...Read more -
Amman, Jordan
Photograph the Amman Citadel at Sunset
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 again...Read more -
Wadi Rum Village, Jordan
Camp in the Valley of the Moon
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 le...Read more