Jordan sees collapse in tourism since Iran war
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Jordan sees collapse in tourism since Iran war
Middle East
It’s heartbreaking to see Petra so empty. I went there last spring and it was packed. Now the war has really destroyed tourism for Jordan.
The government should have diversified the economy years ago instead of relying so heavily on tourism. Now they’re paying the price.
I had a trip to Petra planned for March but canceled it because of the conflict. I feel bad for all the local guides and shopkeepers who depend on visitors.
This is just the beginning. If the war spreads, Jordan could lose even more than tourism—it might destabilize the whole region.
Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The international community needs to step in and protect it, even if tourists can’t come right now.
I wonder if the Jordanian government is doing enough to reassure travelers that the country is still safe. Most of the fighting is far from Petra.