LONDON: Queen Rania and Princess Salma of Jordan met local tour operators as they explored some of experiences on offer to visitors from around the world at Wadi Rum, in the south of the country.

Wadi Rum, also known as “Valley of the Moon,” is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning sandstone landscapes, golden-red dunes, hiking trails and rock-climbing opportunities, and authentic Bedouin cultural experiences.

During their visit on Wednesday, the queen and the princess took a ride on an Ottoman-era, Hijaz railway steam train operated by the Jordan Heritage Revival Company, which is used in a visitor attraction that features a reenactment of a battle from the Great Arab Revolt. CEO Muayyad Abu Rumman said the aim of the company is to enhance Jordan’s tourism sector by bringing history to life through authentic, engaging and entertaining experiences.

The royals also joined local tour operators around a bonfire to discuss the unique visitor experiences the destination offers local and foreign tourists, the Jordan News Agency reported.

Wadi Rum is also a popular filming location for international productions thanks to its distinctive landscape, and has appeared in Hollywood movies such as the “Dune” series, two “Star Wars” films, and “The Martian.”