Visit Jordan for a classic Petra-Desert holiday

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Best known for the ancient city of Petra that won place among the new wonders of the world in

2007, Jordan is plain magnificent. While the summer gets a little too hot, the country receives the

bulk of visitors during spring and autumn as the months during latter seasons are pleasant. Home

to the most saline sea, Dead Sea that doubles as the perfect floating spot for many, Jordan is a

country that can never be described too perfectly in words. Amman and Irbid are the famous

metropolitan cities with the former being the capital.

Jordan tours from Calgary can be arranged quite easily since Amman has numerous international

arrival points such as Queen Alia International Airport. Tourists can travel around the country

through local transport (buses) and private rental cabs as well as taxis. While many tourists may

like to take a stroll in the city but it is best to stick to the convenient transport since Amman is

quite hilly and with no proper pavement system, walking and exploring is not such a pragmatic

idea. Out of the capital, other famous sites include the Dana Nature Reserve where tourists can

hike and rejuvenate their mind, body and everything else through reserve’s natural marvels.

Bethany beyond the Jordan is another famous site and visited by believers and non believers

alike. The Mount Nebo where Moses got a view of the Promised Land is another attraction

largely famous among believers as well as nature lovers for its unblemished beauty. The Desert

Castles which once served as getaways for the Kaliffs (Omayyad Period) are also among

Jordan’s gems.

Wadi Rum hosts numerous granite cliffs and the hauntingly beautiful desert sand that is a must

visit for anyone. Jordan Tours from Calgary won’t take long since tourists can leave for Petra on

the arrival day and complete their visit of the historical city within 5-6 hours. Then, the travel

agent can be contacted for arrangement of a private rental car or a guide who speaks local and

understands the customs. For a view of the Desert castles, visiting the ruins of Ajlun, Kerak

along with the Azraq located home of Lawrence of Arabia and the Quseir Amra UNESCO

preserved Monument is suggested.

Those seeking leisure can also get booking for the Bedouin Meditation camp and visit the

protected area. Eating out in Jordan won’t be a problem as there are numerous interntioanla and

local restaurant chains serving the best of Lebanese style, Jordan Style and interntional cuisine.

Nevertheless, when visiting any of the cities, tourists should carry sufficient water as Jordan has

a typically hotter climate due to the desert so staying hydrated will keep any medical issues at

bay. Furthermore, tourists should not purchase items labeled sourvenirs from hawkers and local

sellers at the tourist sites as often the so called ancient coins turn out to be scams. Souvenir

shopping should be done at reputed market and bazaar areas with the help of a local guide so the

traveler is not ripped off.