Wadi Rum.

JRT00315
Note

Wadi Rum.

Collection title

The Jordanian television

ID

JRT00315

Source

JRTV (JO)

First broadcast date

1994

Production year

1994

Abstract

This episode deals with Wadi Rum which consists of a number of valleys in the desert . The inhabitants of the desert are known for their generosity and magnanimity. Among the names of Wadi Rum is Wadi El Kamar (Valley of the Moon) from where one can enjoy the wonderful sunset, and the beautiful colour of the sands .There are also inscriptions and sculptures remaining from ancient civilizations, including Aad and Thamud ;and the seven pillars of wisdom as Lawrence of Arabia said . The hot air balloons' festival was also held in this valley because of its beauty, and the elegance of practising this sport in such a place.

Type

video

Production companies

  • Television - Own production

Broadcaster

JRTV - Jordan Television

Audiovisual form

Documentary

Primary theme

Tourist sites

Secondary themes

  • Landscapes and environment

Credits / Cast

  • Abdelmajid Samra - Speaker
  • Ennoussour Ahmed - Director

Period of events

  • 1994

Map locations

  • Jordan - Arabian desert - Wadi Rum

Original language

Arabic

Media running time

3m51

Additional information

Wadi Rum/ mountains/ sunset / the baloon festival
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