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Wadi Rum

아카바주

9 story sections26 min 59 s in all

valley in southern Jordan

History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Chani's Watch on the Ridge1:19

    Look up at those metal birds rising into the sky, tearing through the clouds like knives through silk. Beautiful, isn't it? …

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  2. 2The Visitor Center and Seven Pillars of Wisdom3:12

    Our journey formally commences at the Wadi Rum Visitor Center, the essential gateway situated just off the Great Desert Highway. As you stand here, leaving the last tangible signs of modern sedentary life back at the adjacent…

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  3. 3The Red Sand Dunes3:24

    We now arrive at one of the most physically demanding yet visually rewarding stops on our route, the magnificent Red Sand Dunes. As you step out of the vehicle, your feet will immediately sink into the deep, powdery surface. …

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  4. 4Lawrence Spring and the Rocky Scrambles3:17

    Our exploration brings us to the rugged, boulder strewn base of the mountainside leading up to Lawrence Spring. This specific location underscores the absolute necessity of sturdy footwear. …

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  5. 5The Ancient Slot Canyon and Inscriptions3:16

    Escaping the relentless glare of the midday sun, we now step into the welcoming, profound shadow of a narrow slot canyon. The immediate drop in ambient temperature is a profound physical relief. …

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  6. 6The Natural Rock Arch3:01

    Our next physical challenge presents itself in the form of one of Wadi Rum's most iconic geological features, a massive, natural rock arch spanning a deep canyon gorge. The ascent to the top of this extraordinary formation…

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  7. 7The Traditional Bedouin Tent (Bayt)3:20

    Having completed our rugged daytime explorations, we now transition into the cultural heart of the Wadi Rum experience as we arrive at our desert camp. While you may notice modern, futuristic Martian style domes featuring…

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  8. 8The Sunset Vantage Point2:56

    As the late afternoon casts long, dramatic shadows across the valley floor, we make our way to what is universally referred to as the sunset site. This specific vantage point is carefully chosen to offer an unobstructed western…

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  9. 9Closing3:14

    As deep night finally envelops Wadi Rum, the sky above transforms into a breathtaking tapestry of stellar brilliance. Free from the intrusive light pollution that plagues modern cities, the colossal cosmos comes into razor sharp…

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What is Wadi Rum?

Wadi Rum is a place in 아카바주 with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
Location아카바주
TypeHeritage
Story sections9
Total length26 min 59 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates29.5765, 35.4199
Last updated

Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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