Ad Deir (the Monastery) is one of the most important and fascinating structures in the ancient city of Petra. Ad Deir trail is the second most visited trail after the main trail in Petra. The trail begins at the end of the main trail near Bastin restaurant and includes climbing up 800 rocky steps up to…
In the north of Jordan, about 70 kilometers northwest of Amman, you will find the fertile highlands of Ajloun and the greenest area of Jordan. Ajloun highlands are rich with unique flora and fauna and diverse wildlife making them a great destination for eco-tourism and hiking. History enthusiasts will also find enough things to do…
If you want to experience Petra more authentically with fewer crowds, you should visit Ad-Deir, also known as the “Monastery”, via the “backdoor” entrance route. The Monastery is one of the main highlights of Petra and is as impressive as the treasury itself. In my opinion, it is even more impressive than the treasury and…
Munich, the capital of Bavaria, is a vibrant cosmopolitan city with a rich history and traditions. Although there are plenty of things to do and see in Munich all year round, Munich in Winter is particularly interesting with unique things to do and see. If you want to experience real European Christmas Markets with traditional…
Amman is the largest city and the capital of Jordan. Many travelers start exploring Jordan and the Middle East from Amman because it is home to the largest international airport in Jordan after Aqaba. So did I. Before starting my road trip through Jordan, I spent one day in Amman and would like to share…
While Leuvenin in Belgium has earned the nickname of being the beer capital of the world, Munich in Bavaria has earned its crown of being the beer festival capital of the world. You probably know that the world’s largest beer festival, Oktoberfest, is held annually in Munich. But only a few people outside of Bavaria…