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Wadi Rum

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Wadi Rum

An incredible sandstone valley. Lawrence of Arabia was filmed here.

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Wadi Rum (Arabic: وادي رم) is a valley cut into the sandstone and granite rock in southwest Jordan. It is the largest wadi in Jordan. The name Rum most likely comes from an Aramaic root meaning 'high' or 'elevated'. To reflect its Arabic pronunciation properly, archaeologists transcribe the name Wadi Ramm. (...) » more
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2008-07-29
Nothing on this planet is more breathtaking than this place. You can decide of either going with one of the locals in a jeep or take a one-day trip on a camel through whole Wadi Rum. No matter if you choose the more touristic or the more genuine mode of transportation - it will be the most impressive experience ever...!