My daughter Jordana climbing the steep stone steps of the Amman Amphitheatre, which was built by the Romans.
Waving en route to the top.
The hills above the amphitheatre and a portrait of King Abdullah II.
A view of Amman and the amphitheatre from the Citadel. I am in Amman, for the next two weeks plus. Am looking forward to welcoming an interesting group of women (and one man) beginning Sunday. We'll tour Jordan's hot spots and the ancient Nabatean city of Petra, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
I'll escort the group to some of my favourite places and introduce them to some intriguing local customs. We'll also receive landscape photography tips from Zohrab, Jordan's most renowned photographer. Wish you could join us! But we'll take lots of photos and will blog about the trip, so it is hoped you'll feel as though you're here!
Other views of the city. Click photos to view details.
Tara I thank you for these views of Jordon a place you had talked about to Hogie and I!Enjoy your time there!hugs
Happy trails to you! xo
Posted by: naturegirl | 08 March 2010 at 02:18
Even before enlarging, these photos just make me want to be there. But then, the enlarged detail really is amazing. Thank you.
Posted by: Chris | 03 March 2010 at 19:15
these are so glorious! love to you all.
xo
Posted by: christina | 02 March 2010 at 16:43
I had thought I'd get here in time to wish you Bon Voyage - I should have realized you'd be there ahead of time. Looking forward to seeing the sights through your lens - thank you for taking us along on the trip~xox
Posted by: tinker | 27 February 2010 at 00:23
i look at your blog from time to time (i should really subscribe!) and you never disappoint...
paris est parfait!
Posted by: michele roohani | 25 February 2010 at 20:54
Yes, I'd love to join you as well.
Thank you in advance for taking lots of pictures!
As many places as I've been in the Middle East, I cannot believe that I have never made it to Petra. I'll have to live vicariously.
Amazing amphitheatre pictures.
Posted by: Diogenes | 25 February 2010 at 16:37
yes
yes
yes...
your trip!
{{ i so wanted to go }}
but like stephanie up there
i will be following
and loving every single photo you take.
:-)
to see this trip through multiple bloggers' eyes
will be such fun.
do not miss a thing!
Posted by: somepinkflowers | 25 February 2010 at 03:59
These are great photos, I am on a Roman kick this week too! I agree with MAWB History speaks!
Posted by: Lauren | 25 February 2010 at 03:11
Positively parfait! Looking forward to more.
bisous
Posted by: susan | 24 February 2010 at 18:23
These pictures make me so envious of your travel group. Everyone is going to have a marvelous time, I can already tell.
Bon voyage and take lots of photos (though that's probably a given, no?)
Posted by: Janine | 24 February 2010 at 05:40
Tara, These firtst snaps are awe-inspiring. Seeing Jordana on the stairs reminds me of the scale of the adventure you two are on. Safe travels, my friend, and a hug to you and Jordana.
Hope your weather is better than ours... the rain outside my window in San Francisco is pretty on the bare tree branches but frustrating for walking and generally being outside. Looking forward to your reports from far away! ox, J
Posted by: Joan O'Connor | 23 February 2010 at 23:02
Stunning pictures indeed!
Posted by: Philip | 23 February 2010 at 18:43
Catching up on all my favourite blogs...see I have lots of reading to do here...well here goes....
Posted by: Gypsy Purple-Chamara | 23 February 2010 at 09:23
Have a marvelous time (I know you will), and a am so happy for your group...they are lucky to have you as a guide!
(My strongest memory of the Ampitheatre in Amman was that my daughter went running, yes, running across the very top step and all of us, Jordanians and tourists alike, were freaking out that she might fall. Being a kid, she managed to survive, of course.)
Posted by: Natalie | 23 February 2010 at 05:47
Oh my...less than a week away...I can hardly believe it!
Posted by: Swirly | 23 February 2010 at 04:38
Just abuzz with anticipation. Not a lot more I can say on the subject...simply so excited to see you on Sunday! xoxo
Posted by: Gillian soon to be in Petra! | 23 February 2010 at 02:23
I wish I were there too, but maybe in the fall. Have a delightful, wonderful trip and I can't wait to see each picture and soak it all in.
Posted by: Marilyn | 23 February 2010 at 02:09
I will be as quiet as a church mouse while you share your travels with us :) And while being there in person would be grand, I find I am just about as excited for the trip to begin while sitting here in my office! Safe Travel to all
Posted by: Mary H. | 23 February 2010 at 01:31
They have the King's picture at the amphitheater.... interesting. Great photos! History speaks!
Posted by: MAWB | 22 February 2010 at 23:17
It's here! Your trip! I will quietly follow along with you all...you won't even know I am here.
x..x
Posted by: Stephanie | 22 February 2010 at 23:08