Wadi Rum in Jordan is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its dramatic red sandstone and granite landscapes. Its remarkable resemblance to Martian terrain has made it a premier location for major sci-fi films. Blending ancient history with natural beauty, it is a must-visit destination.

Looking for a destination that feels like another planet? Visit this desert

A mystical desert with a lunar landscape that, through the annals of history, borne witness to the the power of human endeavour and will. Meraj and Johan explore Wadi Rum from the back of an SUV and lay their hat in a faux space-tent (a la 'The Martian' that was shot here) and are blown away by its timeless magnificence. Catch the duo's parting shot from Jordan just before the world went into Lockdown.

WION Traveller S4 Episode 3: Jordan— Marooned in Wadi Rum

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Looking for a destination that feels like another planet? Visit this desert

WION Traveller S4 Episode 3: Jordan— Marooned in Wadi Rum