What makes Wadi Rum unique?

Wadi Rum is one of the world's most beautiful deserts. More than just a sea of rolling dunes, this protected wilderness near Jordan's southern border is made unique by the dramatic sandstone and basalt mountains jutting out of its sandy floor.



Wadi Rum, known as the "Valley of the Moon," is unique due to its otherworldly, Martian-like landscape of towering red sandstone cliffs and narrow granite canyons. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site that combines dramatic natural beauty with thousands of years of human history, evidenced by Nabataean petroglyphs and inscriptions carved into the rock faces. Its unique geological formations, such as the Burdah Rock Bridge, make it a premier destination for rock climbing and desert trekking. Culturally, it offers an immersive experience with the nomadic Bedouin tribes who continue to live in the desert, offering legendary hospitality in luxury "Martian" bubble camps. Because there is virtually no light pollution, it provides some of the best stargazing on Earth, where the Milky Way is visible to the naked eye. This combination of "Star Wars" aesthetics, ancient history, and Bedouin tradition makes it a landscape unlike any other desert in the world.

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Question: Which desert was 'Star Wars' filmed in? Answer: Several scenes of the films in the 'Star Wars' franchise have been filmed in desert regions. This includes the Tatooine desert planet shot in Tunisia, North Africa and the desert planet Pasaana shot in Wadi Rum, Jordan.

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Part of the reason that camping in Wadi Rum is so affordable during the initial booking process is that the guides running the camps make a good chunk of their money selling Jeep tours and camel rides. This is simply part of the process, and nothing to be worried about at all–but it helps to know what to expect.

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Lawrence recorded many of his experiences in the Jordanian desert in the book Seven Pillars of Wisdom. He spent lots of his time in Wadi Rum, Azraq, and Amman, and today visitors can follow in his footsteps in one of these top Lawrence of Arabia experiences.

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Wadi Rum, also known as Valley of the Moon, is a desert the size of 720km squared, cut into sandstone and granite rock. Many years ago, the sea formed the strange shapes you see in the sandstone. The highest peak in Wadi Rum is Jabal Um ad Adami (1,840m), which lies close to the Saudia Arabian border.

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The Wadi Rum Protected Area has two distinct regions This concentration of iron oxide causes a red colouration and is one notable aspect of Wadi Rum. Across southern Jordan, places get their names from the ochre hues in the sand, including the Nabatean city of Petra.

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In addition to the desert's beauty, Wadi Rum is a site of spiritual significance with various Christian references. For example, it is believed to be the place where prophet Moses passed through when he crossed the country from the Red Sea in the south to the northern region.

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The harder compound has resulted in high steep cliffs with narrow sandy valleys slicing through them. This concentration of iron oxide causes a red colouration and is one notable aspect of Wadi Rum. Across southern Jordan, places get their names from the ochre hues in the sand, including the Nabatean city of Petra.

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The Bedouin people who live in the area are friendly and welcoming, and the Jordanian government has taken steps to ensure the safety of tourists. However, it is always important to take precautions when travelling alone, such as avoiding isolated areas and being aware of your surroundings.

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Wadi Rum was formed over millions of years of geological evolution - the massive rock mountains and mesas were thrown high above sea level by primordial tectonic plate movement and shaped by centuries of harsh winds and blowing sand.

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Alcohol is legal, but heavily taxed For example, it's illegal to sell alcohol anywhere in the country during Ramadan (with the exception of some high-end hotels), and most camps in Wadi Rum don't serve alcohol at all (but you can often bring your own).

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The main sights can be experienced in one full day, but for those who like hiking and exploring off the beaten track, two to three days is ideal. If you want to plan and make the most of your time in the desert, I'm sharing all the details from our two-day adventure trip in Wadi Rum below.

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Wadi Rum is considered a safe place to visit. The local Bedouin community is friendly and welcoming to tourists, and crime is low in the area. However, as with any location, it's always a good idea to take standard safety precautions and be aware of your surroundings.

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Wadi Rum usually receives most of its annual rainfall during the winter season, with an average of only 14 days of rain per year.

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The adrenaline-fueled action franchise, John Wick, continues its legacy by featuring Wadi Rum as a shooting location for the highly anticipated fourth installment.

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