جيومورفولوجية وادي رم بالأردن و أثرها في النشاط السياحي

Abstract EN

This study discusses the geomorphology of Wadi Rum and its effects on tourism, by the identifying of the area's natural characteristics, geomorphologic and tourist aspects.

Landscape morphology has been classified through the use of ITC system and through the preparation of a map at scale 1:50,000.

In addition, a questionnaire has been prepared in order to solicit tourists' opinions about the area.

Determination of tourist attraction to the area has been explained.

The study has reached the conclusion that there is a correlation between the geomorphology of Wadi Rum and tourist activity, where as most of tourists assured that the landscape morphology has attracted them to visit the area while other factors have a minimal impact such as rock curving, ruins and springs.