Wadi Mujib - a must-go in Jordan

Jordan is an ideal destination for tourists in the Middle East. A safe and welcoming destination, Jordan brings visitors close to the world's wonders and immerses them in world-class hospitality. In Jordan there are many UNESCO World Heritage sites. You'll be amazed by the fading frescoes in Quseir Amra's 1,300-year-old desert castle. And as you Climb the red dunes and stand in the shadow of weathered sandstone in the desert landscape of Wadi Rum. And you need to plan to spend at least two days exploring Jordan's most prominent attraction: Petra. Stretching from the Desert Highway some 70 kilometers to the Dead Sea, Wadi Mujib is Jordan's answer to America's Grand Canyon. The river canyon, 4 km wide and 1 km deep, offers nature lovers the opportunity to explore unique scenery and see a wealth of wildlife, including Egyptian vultures, Nubian gazelles, eland striped crane and Syrian wolf. There's a great hike through the Wadi Mujib gorge, if you don't mind getting a little wet. You can also head to the Mujib Biosphere Reserve to soak in the picturesque hot springs just an hour and a half from Amman.