We got to explore Jordan a bit, and to see some of the places it is known for. Playing the tourist for 2 days, we took a bus down to Petra, where we were able to meet a number of interesting and great people. You might remember seeing Petra in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." It was such an incredible place to see, with thousands of years of history etched into the rock. We spent 2 days exploring, hiking, riding horses, donkeys and a camel, and barely scratched the surface. Someday, if you have the chance... go to Petra!
After a trek along a winding path that cuts through the rock, we can see here a glimpse of what lies beyond...
... an enormous temple carved into the rock face
(Londoners, note the Novack's bag on the camel)
I went for a hike with a Bedouin guide and had some incredible sights and views. I also got to hear the standard line, and on behalf of my father, turned down the offer of camels for my hand in marriage.
On the second day, after a long and scary donkey ride, we reached this monastary. On the way down we let the guides ride the donkeys, trusting our own feet to take us down safely.
Mel and I watching the sun set over the Bedouin village. This was part of an *interesting* outing with some Bedouin. It all turned out fine, and we even got to have a good discussion about Truth with our guides.
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