Wadi Rum Protected Area

Wadi Rum Protected Area is one of the most famous desert landscapes in Jordan and the Middle East. Located in southern Jordan near the border with Saudi Arabia, Wadi Rum is known for its beautiful red sand dunes, high sandstone mountains, deep valleys, and natural rock formations.

Often called the Valley of the Moon, Wadi Rum is a unique desert shaped by wind and nature over millions of years. The protected area covers around 720 square kilometers of desert wilderness and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011 because of its natural beauty and historical importance.

Wadi Rum is also famous for its connection with T. E. Lawrence, known as Lawrence of Arabia. During the Arab Revolt between 1916 and 1918, Lawrence and Arab fighters used the desert of Wadi Rum as a base during their fight against the Ottoman Empire.

The desert also contains thousands of ancient rock carvings and inscriptions that show human life in this region for more than 12,000 years.

For centuries, Wadi Rum has been home to the Bedouin people, who have lived in harmony with the desert and preserved their traditions and hospitality.

Today, visitors from around the world come to Wadi Rum to experience its incredible landscapes and desert activities such as jeep tours, camel riding, hiking, rock climbing, and traditional Bedouin camping under the stars.

Visiting Wadi Rum Protected Area offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the most beautiful and historic deserts in the world.