Though I visited Jordan as a part of a tour (why tour?), I separated from the group to explore Petra by myself. You can read more about my experience at Petra here. Below are some tips to explore the site. My fellow female traveller, be aware of the romance scams at Petra to stay safe…
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Petra – A female traveller’s tryst with time
I read about Petra (means rock in Greek), also called Baṭrā in Arabic, long before it was voted as a new World Wonder. This UNESCO World Heritage site has a long history and trysts with multiple civilizations. Today, the ancient city sees over one million visitors a year. After years of anticipation, the moment I…
Jordan – The experience of a female traveller
The first time I read about Jordan, especially about Petra, was when I was ten. Agatha Christie introduced me to Petra through her ‘Appointment with Death’. Hercule Poirot solving the case of Mrs. Boynton in the very short time he had, imprinted itself in my memory. As I kept learning and reading more about world…