Wadi Rum or the Valley of Moon – just when I thought Petra was dry and arid, I had to find a new definition for Wadi Rum. Here, T. E. Lawrence is said to have led the Arab Revolt against the Ottomans. The red sand burns in the heat of the sun and as night descends, the moon casts shadows from the rock formations that make you think you are in outer space.
Then there is silence.
The Rum has been inhabited by people since prehistoric times. The graffiti they left behind is what I was completely unprepared for – what I was hoping for was to find that elusive fountain of youth (as if). Coming across these graffiti of a family was one of the most beautiful discoveries I had made.
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I think i went into this same canyon! What a magical place this is!
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Which year did you go Anna? It was truly magical. I only spent 1 night but I bet even a week would be insufficient.
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I went just before covid, 2019. Only did 1 night here too…. Wish i had more time!
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Also a bit far from Oz eh? Same for me. Some day you and I will win the lotto and then we won’t have to think of working to earn our travel.
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Hahahaha here’s hoping! I won $10 in the saturday lotto…. I need a few more zeros! Lol
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