Approach from the Siq

Historic Petra, Jordan

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August 13th 2010
I took over 400 photos, but this place is one you definitely have to go to - photos just don't do it justice, or mine don't: the heat and the blasting sun burns the fierce reds and oranges of the stones and the incredible searing colours leap out at you, make you stand back...virtually all lost here....We can't forget Petra - a magical time, walking around in the heat and dust and everyone so happ ... read more

Middle East » Jordan » South » Petra

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For most of its history since independence from British administration in 1946, Jordan was ruled by King HUSSEIN (1953-99). A pragmatic ruler, he successfully navigated competing pressures from the major powers (US, USSR, and UK), various Arab states... ... read more