Aqaba, Jordan - Part 2
Some quick facts:
Founded: 1300BC by the Endomites
Region: Situated at the north eastern tip of the Red Sea and across the border from Eilat in Israel.
Population: 106,100 (2012)
Language: Arabic
Currency: Jordanian Dinar (JD) although the USD is widely accepted.
Climate: warm winters and hot dry summers although in the desert the temps can get down to zero at night.
Aqaba is a blend of sun, sea and mountains with pleasant year long climate. From the colourful fish and coral in the gulf of Aqaba to the rose coloured desert rocks in the fabled lost City of Petra.
Today, this small coastal town has emerged as a world class tourist destination full of medieval ruins, adventurous dive sites and a short distance from one of the most archaeological wonders of all time - The City of Petra. This 2,000 year old city is truly a man made spectacle not to be missed.
Petra is known as the "rose city" for its vivid shades of sandstone. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Petra (meaning rock) is packed with tombs, obelisks, temples and breathtaking vistas.
Wadi Rum (meaning desert) and also a UNESCO site of over 182 acres is located in the south of Jordan is also known as the "Valley of the Moon" and is now home to the Bedouin. The massive mountains whose 1000 foot ridges have been worn smooth by the desert winds.
Ready and waiting for lunch
Our yummy spread.... that chicken dish was so delicious I had to have seconds!
The compulsory siesta we had to have....
More amazing rock formations
The egg rock
A natural rock bridge
And another bridge that was more accessible for some
Some climbed and some watched! It wasn't easy coming down....
Some climbed and some watched! It wasn't easy coming down....
More desert and sand.
Back at Rum Village
Back in Aqaba
An interesting mural
We found these delicacies and had to quickly eat them in the shop.
The local market in Aqaba that was just starting to pack up for the day
The spice market and where I bought my Amber Cream.
The butchery
The perfumery
Our tour group and Mahommed safely back at the ship.
And our much needed cold drinks
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