Faris moves from Al Azraq to Petra, navigating the Desert Highway at dawn. He explores the quiet early morning entry into the archaeological site, the local economy of Wadi Musa, and the unusual stillness of the season.

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Episode 58 of Jordan Travel Podcast with Faris Al Khouri. Faris Al Khouri is in Petra, Jordan.

Places in this episode: Al Azraq ash Shamālī, Desert Highway, Wadi Musa Town Centre, Shaheed Roundabout, Tourist Street, Mövenpick Resort Petra, Carved Cafe كارفيد كافيه, Petra Archaeological Site.

Covered: Petra Arrival Logistics, Wadi Musa Local Economy, Residency Paperwork, Seasonal Tourism Trends, Budget Dining in Petra.

Chapters:
00:00 Al Azraq ash Shamālī
02:16 The Siq
05:05 Petra Museum
07:48 Old Street Cafe & Restaurant

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