Tag: petra
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The Ancient City of Jerash | Discovering Jordan
If you are familiar with my blog or me in general, then you know that I have an interest in places and things that are old and ancient. This fascination of mine has lead me to many interesting places along my travels, with one being the ancient city of Jerash in Jordan. I was in…
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The Medieval Kerak Castle | Discovering Jordan
I was on the last few days of my tour of Jordan in the Middle East, when I had found myself in the medieval Kerak Castle, and I was in awe. I have been to many castles throughout Europe before, but this was my first in the Levant. This impressive fortification is one of the…
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Petra and Beyond | UNESCO & Top Sights To Visit While In Jordan
Although The Lost City of Petra has made my list of things to see in Jordan, there are many other historical layers to discover while visiting this country. From Roman ruins to a Crusader Castle to wandering the Wadi Rum Desert, Jordan is filled with eye opening exploration for all ages and adventure levels. Amman……
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Indiana Jones and The Lost City of Petra | UNESCO World Heritage Site
Once upon a time before the internet, travel blogs, and social media that showcased breathtaking destinations- a generation of movie goers had our first glimpse of Petra by watching “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”. For myself and others who watched Harrison Ford and Sean Connery riding horseback towards a sandstone temple in the middle…