Wadi Rum (Arabic: وادي رم Wādī Ramm, also Wādī al-Ramm), known also as the Valley of the Moon (Arabic: وادي القمر Wādī al-Qamar), is a valley cut into the sandstone and granite rock in southern Jordan, near the border with Saudi Arabia and …

Jan 17, 2016 · Wadi Rum (Valley of the Moon) lies in the far south of Jordan, set on a high plateau at the western edge of the Arabian desert. Gargantuan rock formations, rippled sand dunes, and clear night...

Mar 11, 2025 · In the southern part of Jordan, Wadi Rum is a stretch of desert that captivates with its vibrant colors and ethereal rock formations. Long cherished as an ancient crossroads linked by certain scholars to “Iram of the Pillars” and the Quran’s lost tribe of Ad, Wadi Rum first gained worldwide fame with its portrayal in the classic 1962 film Lawrence of Arabia.

Sep 15, 2023 · Wadi Rum, Jordan should be on every visitor’s bucket list. In this guide we’ll cover everything you need to know to plan your visit including advice of jeep tours, where to stay, how to get there and practical tips from our own travels.

Nov 3, 2024 · Wadi Rum, often known as the Valley of the Moon, captivates with its stunning red sand dunes, monumental sandstone mountains, and an ancient Bedouin culture that fills the air with stories. This desert landscape, rich in history and natural beauty, offers an escape into a world that feels untouched by time.

Apr 1, 2022 · Planning your Jordan trip and confused about the Wadi Rum portion? Here's how to plan a perfect Wadi Rum itinerary for 1-2 days.

About Wadi Rum. How to get there; A Brief History; Other protected areas in Jordan; Things to see and do. Sites of interest; Visitor Centre; Adventure seekers; Places to stay; Fees and charges; Local people. Local tourism services; Protecting Wadi Rum. Rules and regulations; Zoning scheme; Conservation projects; Management authority; Protecting ...

Home to nomadic Bedouin tribes, Wadi Rum is a a quiet getaway of stars, sand, and sun; a perfect complement from Amman’s epicenter. Once inhabited by the Nabataeans of prehistoric times, Wadi Rum allows you to get lost in large landscapes and horizon lines.

Wadi Rum, the ‘valley of the moon’, is one of the most spectacular desert landscapes on earth. Around 60km northeast of the Red Sea and city of Aqaba, Wadi Rum’s natural beauty draws visitors from around the world who visit for jeep safaris, overnight Bedouin hospitality and experiences, as well as hiking, rock climbing, ATV, and hot air ...

Wadi Rum is everything you’d expect of a quintessential desert: it is extreme in summer heat and winter cold; it is violent and moody as the sun slices through chiselled siqs (canyons) at dawn or melts the division between rock and sand at dusk; it is exacting on the Bedouin who live in it and vengeful on those who ignore its dangers.