What is the nickname of Wadi Rum?

What is the nickname of Wadi Rum? Did you know that Wadi Rum is also called Valley of the Moon? In some places this desert valley looks like a moonscape and that is why it got this nickname.

Why is Wadi Rum called the Valley of the Moon?

A guide is recommended for the trip to the summit, and arrangements should be made previously at Rum village or at a tourist agency. Wadi Rum is a spectacularly scenic desert valley (wadi in Arabic) in southern Jordan, or valley of the moon, because of the unique landscape that nearly similar to that on the moon.

Was Wadi Rum once a sea?

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.

Was Star Wars filmed in Wadi Rum?

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.

Did Lawrence of Arabia live in Wadi Rum?

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.

What ethnicity was Lawrence of Arabia?

Lawrence of Arabia was the name given to a British Intelligence Officer, Thomas Edward Lawrence, who fought alongside Arab guerrilla forces in the Middle East during the First World War. Thomas Edward Lawrence was born in Tremadoc, Caernarvon in north Wales in 1888.

Why is the sand red in Wadi Rum?

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.

Does it ever rain in Wadi Rum?

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

Is it safe in Wadi Rum?

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.

Is Wadi Rum worth it?

In the heart of the Jordanian desert, Wadi Rum boasts towering cliffs, dark caverns, narrow gorges, impressive mountains, sweeping dunes, and refreshing springs. Even better: it suits not just those who are looking for beauty and solitude, but adrenaline junkies as well.

Does it get cold in Wadi Rum?

Winter in Wadi Rum Due to the dry barren desert climate, it can get very cold during winter nights between November and February, so be sure you wear closed shoes and warm enough clothes for 5°C to 10°C (41°F to 50°F) during the day and around 0°C (32°F) in the evening.

Are there toilets in Wadi Rum?

Is there a hot shower and toilet? The Bedouin Camps have shared bathroom facilities with solar hot water. The tents at the luxury camps all have private bathroom and solar hot water. How much is the entrance ticket fee to Wadi Rum?

Can you drink alcohol in Wadi Rum?

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).

Why is Wadi Rum so cheap?

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.

Is Wadi Rum and Petra the same?

Petra can be found in southwest Jordan, a couple of hours' drive north of Wadi Rum.