JPI Series: Mukawer

After our long journey en route to Mukawir, we have arrived finally. 

It was a fascinating drive actually because we got to see different landscapes 

and views along the way.

Mukawir is a fortress built by King Herod. 

It is also the place where John the Baptist was imprisoned and beheaded

after Salome made a dance in front of the king in exchange for John's head.  

The place was surprisingly full of stories, but I was a bit disappointed when 

I checked on some other blogs, and they were able to see and go to the "fortress" themselves. 

Imagine, I was just behind the fortress, but we didn't get the chance to hike up there. 

I didn't know why we didn't.  

I am not sure if it was restricted at that time or what. 

Waaah!

Another I missed when I visited Mukawir.  :( 

Anyway, it was a lovely place. 

The sheep/goat made the venue picture perfect. :) 

So I just consumed myself taking their snapshots. Haha!  

JPI Series: Good Morning Petra

Good morning awesome world.  ^_^

Today we still have the same call time, 6 in the morning.

I woke up early so I'll have ample time to prep myself before I head to our bounty breakfast. 

Once all dolled up I went to the other side of my bed near the balcony.

I pulled the curtains to the side, opened the sliding door and...

OMG!!!

The view was terrific plus the chilly breeze. :)  It's sooo purrrfect!!! 

Then I told myself, "I have the best morning today." Ayeee!!! 

Soon after my photo shoot,  

I went down to join the others for breakfast. 

The morning meal was a buffet, and it was tummy filling. 

We chatted and laughed while we ate. 

It was gratifying.

Later on, we brought our stuff down as we need to go to our next destination. :) 

By the way, we stayed (just for a night) in Edom Hotel,

which was a few meters away from the main entrance to Petra.  

Awesome!! 

JPI Series: Rose Red City

the view when we went on the bus

Petra is an archeological area in the south of Jordan, 

which was dubbed as the Rose City because of its red-rose colored sandstone hills. 

Others call it The Lost City because it was hidden from the world for centuries. 

at the entrance of Petra

queueing to the entrance of the Siiq

The site was unknown until a Swiss explorer discovered it in 1812.

Then Petra became a UNESCO World Heritage in 1985 and was named amongst the 

New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.  

JPI Series: Mount Nebo

Now off to another historical place in the Bible, Mount Nebo. 

It is an elevated ridge in Jordan, likely around 2, 680 ft above sea level where 

Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land but was forbidden to set foot onto. 

This is also the place where he died and was buried, although the exact place where he was rested was unknown. 

Me and the gang

JPI Series: Nebo's Pearl

One of the gems that I visited when I went to Jordan was the Nebo's Pearl.

It's a mosaic and handicrafts center located in Mount Nebo, Madaba, 

the place where Moses overlooked the Promised Land and died. 

The center was founded by Mr. Ibrahim Zuraiqi to help the disabled people earn a living.
The shop could accommodate around 20 plus artisans from the local community supporting approximately 55 families. 

Day 2: Sunshiny Saturday and A Hearty Breakfast

Good morning, Sunshine!!! 

I know it was bit chilly outside, but I dared to take a peek at the view outside. 

Last night's view was fantastic.  

What more in the morning with Mr. Sun and the blue skies in the picture. :) 

Awesome! 

JPI Series l Day 1: Dinner Buffet

The night came fast. 

I checked my watch and its time to feed my ravenous tummy. 

I went down all by myself in the dining area hoping to see some friends there and join them. 

But I didn't see anybody.   

I bet they're still resting or too lazy to come down.  Bed weather.  :D 

Anyway, finding the dining area wasn't taxing. 

All you have to do is when the elevator opens on the ground floor, turn left, and

go straight along the hallway.

Once you reached inside, select the food of your choice from amongst the table,  find

a seat, and you're ready to eat. 

The table for drinks and soup

main course here

a variety of salad on this side

Food fest was done. 

One happy tummy here now!!! 

Now off to my crib to rest a bit, freshen up and take the necessary doze off.