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Tag Archives: Feynan
Ancient Copper Mines
On my first visit to Jordan we hiked down Wadi Dana, emerging into Wadi Araba near Feynan Lodge. We had heard that you could still see ancient copper mines in the area, so when we spotted this, we figured that … Continue reading
Blue
The first time I came to Jordan, we hiked down Wadi Dana, and were fortunate enough to spot a blue lizard, which we were told are very rare. I’m thinking they are not quite so rare as we were led … Continue reading
Dana Biosphere Reserve
Wadi Feynan, in the Dana Biosphere Reserve, is mostly desert, although there is enough rain to support grazing for Bedouin sheep and goats. And of course, any spot that actually does get water will have something growing, at least during … Continue reading
Ecolodge
Feynan Ecolodge is part of a growing “ecotourism” movement. You can instantly recognize it is an eco-friendly establishment. This is one of only two locations in Jordan where I saw this… I am, as usual, being a smart-ass, but I … Continue reading
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