Petra, Jordan
Petra is a valley of colorful sandstone hills into which ancient Nabataeans carved immense ornate tombs in the 6th century B.C. Sandstone colors are red, yellow, blue, white, purple, and green patterned in straight lines, waves, and swirls. Up close, the rock has a natural beauty unequalled elsewhere in the world. Into this gorgeous setting [...]
Amman, Jordan
The most visibly striking contrast between Syria and Jordan is the level of wealth. Whereas in Syria people live simply, the Jordanians (in Amman) sported around in their new cars. Within a few days, we discovered a much greater difference. 99 in 100 Syrians are genuinely friendly and helpful. In Jordan, 99 in 100 lie [...]
Jordan
We visited Jordan in February, which is very early in season, the average daytime maximum temperatures in Amman range from 12.6 C in January to 32.5 C in August. The area south of the plateau has much warmer drier weather, with daytime maximum temperatures of around 20 C in January and 38 C in August. [...]
