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Wadi Rum

DesertJordanUNESCO World HeritageProtected area

A desert valley of sandstone and granite mountains, natural arches and red sand in southern Jordan, long inhabited by Bedouin.

Highlights

  • Sandstone arches
  • Bedouin camps
  • Desert stargazing

At a glance

Type
Desert
Country
Jordan
Region
Aqaba
Continent
Asia
Best seasons
spring, autumn
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