Why we should vote for Petra!!!
I followed a very interesting debate yesterday on Qwaider’s blog. Qwaider is convinced that Petra is a great and magnificent place and is actually a world wonder, yet; he is advocating that we as Jordanians must not be dragged to hysterical voting for Petra just like we did for Diana Karazon when she was competing for the Super Star title.
On the other hand, Hamzeh N debated this theory by explaining that voting for Petra is actually a national duty because it creates an opportunity for Petra and Jordan to be recognized by the World.
As much as I wanted to get into the debate to support Hamzeh’s argument; I knew better not to because me and Qwaider have a history in debates that go no where and I know that he is stubborn and will not agree on my view no matter how hard I tried so I decided to post about it on my blog as that’s safer 
… no hard feelings Q 
Let’s look at the whole thing from a different angle; what exactly is the history of naming 7 places as the World Wonders?
According to Wikipedia;
The earliest extant version of the list was compiled by Antipater of Sidon, who listed the structures in a poem around 140 BC:
“I have set eyes on the wall of lofty Babylon on which is a road for chariots, and the statue of Zeus by the Alpheus, and the hanging gardens, and the Colossus of the Sun, and the huge labour of the high pyramids, and the vast tomb of Mausolus; but when I saw the house of Artemis that mounted to the clouds, those other marvels lost their brilliancy, and I said, ‘Lo, apart from Olympus, the Sun never looked on aught so grand.’” (Antipater, Greek Anthology IX.5
There were some earlier lists but they did not survive.
Why were there only seven wonders you ask?
Well, there is no specific reason, although the number “seven” appears in many aspects of mythology and religion. People always talk about the seven gates of heaven, the seven days of the week, and the seven seas. It appears this number is somehow embedded in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern tradition and history.
The reason I am writing about this is that the first, second, …, and maybe 100th lists of the 7 wonders of the world were created by people; architects or historians; they were still people. The new list that is being created now is also done by people, but the only difference is that instead of one or two people deciding which places should make the list; the opportunity is opened for every single person in this world to participate in the process, so why would we stand by and leave it for others to decide for us while our Petra deserves to be there on the list?
Whether you build your choice on national or patriotic duties, or on the fact that you have visited one of these places and believe that it should be on the list, it is really irrelevant. What matters here is that we all have the chance to participate in marking 7 places in the world on the map and declare them as destinations for tourists. The Greek category was not “Wonders” but “theamata”— closer to “must-sees”.
Now, only 7 places will be named wonders or “must-sees”. This does not mean that the rest of candidates will be ditched from the wonder or “must-see” catergory; it just means that the 7 winners will get more exposure and attention; in other words; better opportunities.
Qwaider has set an example in the American Idol or SuperStar competitions, and he named Diana Karazon, the first Arab SuperStar, or as he called it, the Karazonism phenomenon. No one denies that Diana has a great voice, in fact; she has one of the most beautiful voices I have ever heard and that made her the most eligible to win the competition and not only because we as Jordanians have drowned in the voting craze to prove that we are better. I am sure that she got a large number of votes from non-Jordanians as well as Jordanians.
Now, let me continue with this example; what did it mean for Diana to win the competition? Not only that she won the title, but also; she was given the opportunity to record the first album with songs done by the greatest writers and musicians; now how did this hurt her exactly? Despite that there were other beautiful voices in the competition, ones that actually deserved the title as well as Diana, but she was the one who was given the golden opportunity.
Although I believe that this example is not qualified to be brought in a debate about Petra, but I went along with it because it was already used.
Back to Petra; millions of people around the world know nothing about Jordan, and if and when they do, it will not be about what a wonderful great country it is, but that it is in the danger zone called Middle East. Now, what would happen if Petra won as one of the wonders? Come on; close your eyes and let’s imagine the ceremony, the publicity, the news, the advertising campaigns, the blogs and websites that will talk about this event. Now tell me, how is this going to be bad for the ordinary Jordanian like you and me? How will that harm us as everyday citizens and reflect negatively on us?
I will tell you what happens; those who did not know that Jordan exists will do, those who knew that Jordan is in the Middle East will understand better that we are actually a beautiful country with nice places to visit and see, whenever someone is reading and studying about the new 7 wonders of the world, the name Jordan will be there; this is what we call viral marketing, and we do not have to pay anything to gain such publicity.
We keep urging people to use their right to vote. During the parliament elections; all candidates pay tons of money on advertising and publicity campaigns and when they are actually elected and are comfortably seated on the chair they so craved; what happens to or reflects on the ordinary people who voted for them? … you go it; NOTHING!!!
In Petra’s case; declaring this magnificent national treasure as one of the 7 wonders of the world will reflect on the whole country; image and economy wise. So do I see voting for Petra a patriotic duty; you bet!!
When I first learned about this competition, I posted about it on my blog. In fact; this is the fourth time I post about the issue and I was waiting impatiently for the concerned parties to take action and advertise this to the people and urge them to vote. Now that it happened; I am all for it and I urge everyone to vote for Petra and it does make a difference.
So go on everyone; vote Jordan by voting for Petra!!
January 20th, 2007 at 5:59 am
I agree, I’m actually in contact with the organizers of the campaign, one of them was actually a colleague in college, they were just in Jordan to visit petra, and she told me that despite her knowledge about petra from the media..as few as there is on there about it..she was speechless the moment she stood before the khazneh.
My point is this: voting for petra is FREE! or meant to be free, now having some local companies jumping on the band wagon to make money off it through ads urging people to vote theough sms in a cheesy tv ad is stupid, and opportunist.
Petra is part of the World Heritage, it is in Jordan, but having it “a World Wonder” officially will benefit us all..Tourism is one of the main bloodlines of the economy..imagine the number of people coming to see this “world wonder” and not only for half a day while they visit egypt or the holy land, they will come to see Petra!
To make a long story short, one of the things we should lobby for is having ads about Petra outside Jordan..Jordanians voted..that’s done..to get the “world wonder” status you should address the World! the amount of money we’re spending on flights..hotel nights..per diems by tourism officials without any tangiable results are better spent on ads on CNN, like the one Egypt has, or ads on London Cabs..like the ones done by Israel, or ads in International publications..when you’re marketing is aggressive, you will get a result..and as Angelina said..IT IS a Patriotic duty!
January 20th, 2007 at 10:16 am
I’m beat … Not going to argue … Vote petra … vote petra …Vote Petra!! It’s your patriotic duty, it’s your religious duty .. it’s your purpose on this earth … it’s the final conclusion … it’s the final fantasy … yada yada yada …
PS: “Superstardom” is achieved… not voted for….
So the sentence Diana Karazon, first pan-arab Superstar (according to Superstar show… a copy of the American Idol show)
January 20th, 2007 at 10:46 am
Qwaider,
This is not meant as an empty argument and I certainly do not like the sarcastic tone that you have used here … it is a patriotic duty for every Jordanian and that’s how Jordanians see it …
The written word is an effective marketing and advertising tool. You have just posted a negative campaign on your “popular” blog and believe it or not; this can and will do a lot of damage and yet at the end, you contradicted yourself and said that you will go vote for Petra while all through the post and comments, you were encouraging people not to …
As for Superstardom as you call it; you are the one who brought this in the equation and that is the only reason it is being discussed here … I have already said that I did not agree on the example and did not see the similarity but I went with it cause you introduced it already …
Petra is already a wonder and it will always be; however; not the whole world knows this fact; that is what we are trying to do by urging everyone to help put Petra on the radar of tourists and every person in this world … so if you want to criticize; please do not do it against those who are trying to make a difference; it is much better if you direct it towards those who are taking advantage of it …
January 20th, 2007 at 11:35 am
I disagree on stating that voting for Petra as a “national duty”…
I don’t think voting for Petra constitutes hypocrisy, but quite honestly, I think the way most Jordanian bloggers is hypocritical. The way I understand things, a person should vote for the place he thinks deserves to be on the list. The fact that Petra is in Jordan, doesn’t necessitates that all Jordanians should vote for Petra.
If you think that the Hanging Gardens of Babylon is the most fabulous wonder, then vote for it. If you think Petra is the most fabulous wonder, then vote for it! Wouldn’t that make more sense?!
January 20th, 2007 at 11:42 am
Devil’s Mind …
We do not disagree … in fact; that is exactly what I said: “Whether you build your choice on national or patriotic duties, or on the fact that you have visited one of these places and believe that it should be on the list, it is really irrelevant. What matters here is that we all have the chance to participate in marking 7 places in the world on the map and declare them as destinations for tourists. The Greek category was not “Wonders” but “theamata”— closer to “must-sees”.”
Now, why do we say that it is a national duty? because:
1- There is no better place than Petra to be one of the wonders and I don’t think that you disagree, especially that you can vote for Petra and any other place you like … there are 7 wonders and not only one after all
2- The fact that Petra is in Jordan and the fact that if and when it is declared as one of the wonders will benefit the country at large, make it our duty to help put it in the place that it deserves worldwide
So in principle; we do not disagree at all
January 20th, 2007 at 11:46 am
Devil’s Mind,
By the way..The Hanging Gardens of Babylon aren’t there anymore, nor are they in this campaign.
Anyway..anything that has to do with Jordan’s promotion is a national duty..people all over the world are proud of their countries and would be galvanized behind anything that would boost their national pride, but that’s not the point, petra is a wonder of architecture, it deserves to be a global sign of genius, and if that takes a swiss campaigner to take it..or help take it to that status..why the hell not?? we should stop degrading ourselves, looking down on what we have and believing that what we have isn’t that great.
its your choice to think what you want about petra, but know this..when you vote..you vote for seven places..it would be nice to choose one in your country to be among them!
January 20th, 2007 at 11:50 am
I have never visited Petra. I have never visited any of the other “wonders” either. I see no basis on which to vote for any of them!!!
I think many are in the same situation as I am, so its a kind of psychological pressure exercised on Jordanians to vote. Thats how I see it!
January 20th, 2007 at 11:56 am
No one can force you to do something you don’t want..until people are standing in line at police stations to vote, or are hypnotised by David Blaine..(whatever happened to him btw??) to vote for petra..no one is forcing you! don’t vote..but don’t use psycological pressure in the opposite direction either.
p.s: visit it..you’d be impressed.
January 20th, 2007 at 11:57 am
Devil’s Mind …
I urge to go and visit Petra because you will have no other experience like that … it is amazing and magical and as the Greek said, a must-see
Now; since you did not visit any of the places that are nominated, the first motivation to vote does not apply any more which is your personal preference … so, the way I see it is that you look at the other motivation and ask yourself: would it be good for Jordan? the answer is yes, would it cost you anything? the answer is no, would you lose anything by casting your vote? the answer is also no … if your vote was the one to make a difference, would you stay indifferent or would you use your right and support your country?
When I first learned about the campaign; I did not think, I just voted … I did not need to analyze or think .. it just came naturally … why is it so hard for you?
January 20th, 2007 at 12:11 pm
would you lose anything by casting your vote? – In fact, I have something to lose. My sense of dignity. I would feel that I have betrayed my sense of fair reasoning. I would feel biased. I would feel like a cheater. I would feel bad. So yes, I got stuff to lose!
I am not sure if many share my feelings, but as I said, those “campaigns” are trying to influence people’s opinions. They are creating systematic bias!
Once, during the university elections, someone came to me and starting convincing me to vote for Mr. X. I didn’t feel like voting, and I kept refusing to vote. Then they started telling me, if you don’t care who wins, then cast your vote for Mr. X, what has you got to lose. They convinced me. I voted for Mr. X, but just after that, I felt bad that I casted a baseless vote.
I felt bad that I allowed a bunch of manipulative people to influence my honest choice not to vote. I felt bad about the situation.
I am not suggesting that you are being intentionally manipulating. I mean, the campaign is manipulative, but you don’t realize that how manipulating this campaign is. I think you should step back, and think of the effect of what you are doing on others.
January 20th, 2007 at 12:25 pm
Dear khalidah,
May i speak my mind as a non jordanian and tell u how i look at it?!
Thanks
look..
I never knew anything nonpolitical about jordan before super star and diana karazone..she deserved my vote and more..first cause she was the greatest singer in the contest and this is a fact maybe musicians know more than audience because of artistic talent and technicals she had and no other contestant had ev en if he sounded great to us..
The girl is super and a phenomenon!!
She put jordan on the map of arts and pardon me as arabs and egyptians we don’t know much about jordanian artists..
Petra..
and other jordanian scenery was amazing to see a while ago ina touristic ad i saw on dubai tv..i was stunned to read jordan on the banner because i thought it was turky at first..the pics were amazing and petra was among!!
Yes..why not vote and increase tourism in your country and let people know how beautiful it is..
I think it’s great..and i would vote for anything regarding my country..
Nice post and coverage..great info too
January 20th, 2007 at 12:34 pm
Devil’s Mind,
Isn’t the purpose of any marketing or advertising campaign to bias people’s opinions towards something other than the other? When Nestle has an ad for Nescafe, aren’t they telling us that it is the best coffee and we should choose it over all other brands?
It is influencing and I am not disagreeing on that …
There is a difference between voting for someone in a regular election and voting for a great cause like declaring Petra as one of the new 7 wonders …
Having said that; no one is trying to force you to do anything, just like McDonald’s never forces you to go to one of their outlets and buy a juicy burger … you still have to take the decision … if you choose to vote for Petra, that would be super great simply because Petra deserves it and everyone knows that … if you decide not to vote, too bad but no one can or will force you to change your mind …
But go ahead and read The Caller’s comment above … this is what we get when we promote our assets and what we have .. and you know what? it feels so damn great
January 20th, 2007 at 12:35 pm
The Caller,
Thank you so much for this opinion and for the nice words … please make sure you tell that to Qwaider because he does not believe me
January 20th, 2007 at 12:36 pm
Devil’s mind,
Your choice to not vote just because you don’t want to be caught on the wave or to be different is your right, but some things are obvious, Petra is World wonder, with or without this campaign, I’m proud it’s in Jordan, people from all over the world think it’s amazing..it is, it is only logic for it to be among the top seven wonders of human genius..
Again, comparing this to voting for mr.x in college..from which you were dissappointed afterwards is like not liking pizza because of Moussolini! absolutely no connection.
Again, its your choice, but don’t bring down others who think otherwise, we’re not hypnotised by the campaign, we’re hypnotised by petra.
January 20th, 2007 at 12:38 pm
Averros,
Thank you for the support
January 20th, 2007 at 12:41 pm
No prob..my pleasure, I like a mind teaser once in a while!
January 20th, 2007 at 1:04 pm
First, buying from McDonald ‘s was never stated as a “national duty”!!
Second, I reported my experience with this kind of campaigns. It’s you personal call what you want to do. I wanted to present you with what might have slipped your mind.
And who said that Ads are being thought of highly?! Many people consider Ads to be emotionally abusive. Some really are emotionally abusive. This doesn’t mean that they should be banned. But I think the least we can do, is to enlighten consumers, and people in general, to the emotional manipulation that Ads are causing, in order to help them as consumers or people in general to be free of the brainwashing techniques present in Ads.
January 20th, 2007 at 1:05 pm
I didn’t even disagree! What else do you want me to do?
VOTING! is a personal matter, We as people are light years behind the ideas of free speech and free will. Even patriotic acts don’t constitute influence over free will! GOT IT!!?
Why don’t you people understand that I’m NOT against Petra!? Why can’t you get it through your head that I consider and ALWAYS considered Petra a wonder!? Come to my office, and see the HUGE poster I have of Petra. I got these as gifts. I got the little Petra crystal to ALL my colleagues at work. Maybe because I don’t like it… !! You people are Weird!
What I’m against, is someone, whoever that entity comes and tells me vote to get Petra to become a wonder! And if we lost the vote what then!!? I just refuse the notion that we’re putting something like that to the public voting machines (and we all know how accurate those things are, and please don’t get me started on falsifying results)
Believing you has nothing to do with what I think! I do believe you… But what does that have to do with my ideas about Karazon?
What we agree on: Does she have a good voice? Yes
Is she a good singer? Yes
is she a superstar? ABSOLUTELY NOT! Voted 1st in a competition called “Superstar”.
And I’m afraid this is the fate of Petra, so you will hear. “Petra, voted a new wonder in the world by some company. While in case of company 2 the number of votes wasn’t enough”
I guess I’m objecting on the whole competition, not just Petra
Lastly, I don’t need anyone to manipulate me to to vote for anything. That’s exactly the opposite of voting
January 20th, 2007 at 1:20 pm
Devil’s Mind,
Again, no one can force you to take the decision and vote or not vote for that matter … it is absolutely up to you … so it should not matter to you if we call it a national duty or not .. since you are not voting any way … and no one is labeling you or anything so I guess again, we are not disagreeing here, are we?
Qwaider,
First, no need to shout
Second, if voting is personal, why did you get out of your way to urge people not to vote? The least you can do is tolerate the same from others
Third, no one even suggested that you are against Petra; the debates here and on your blog were and still are about the decision to vote or not … you are advocating don’t and I am advocating do and that’s why we are disagreeing
Fourth, the campaign was initiated and is supported by JTB which is a government entity that has the country’s best interest in mind especially when it comes to tourism … if you are referring to those who initiated the competition, your objection does not change the fact that the competition does exist … either we do our share or we stand by and let others decide for us … it is your choice and mine
Fifth, I am surprised you did not get the humor in my statement to caller that you did not believe me … take it easy dude
Sixth and last, we do not need someone to manipulate us not to vote as well .. it is a 2 way highway my dear
January 20th, 2007 at 1:37 pm
I know that physically forcing someone to something is different from emotional black-mail.
I think we need people to be more aware of the dangers of emotional black-mail. Many people realize how emotional black-mail can be even more abusive than physical coercion.
I think, if we want honesty and integrity to be part of the process, we need to avoid “patriotic speeches”… Many people realize that patriotic speeches are in fact emotional black-mailing, and so are Ads, and so is the “what you got to lose?” attitude.
January 20th, 2007 at 1:45 pm
Devil’s Mind,
I don’t disagree with you, however; Petra’s case is different … it is something that will benefit the country, period. Since it is related to Jordan directly; there is no need to say more … it does become a national and patriotic duty … if some would chose to look the other way, that’s their business but it does not change the facts …
It is like when we say that all Jordanians are ambassadors to the whole world and need to reflect the good image of Jordan, why do we do that? because it benefits the country and voting for Petra is not that different … or that’s how I and many others inside and outside Jordan see it
January 20th, 2007 at 1:48 pm
Isn’t it just sad that we need a reason to vote? and THANK GOD its for free, seriously what is wrong with some people! you’d think such matters are unquestionable but then someone comes and remind you that we are Arabs and we LOVE to argue just for the heck of it. I bet on anything, if the government did not launch that campaign people will protest w yedfa7o eddenia, and now that the government did, some are investigating the matter even though voting for Petra is for free. Nothing is wrong with companies benefiting from it anyway, I don’t see the problem, what exactly is wrong or harmful in voting for Petra, and I can’t believe I’m asking this!
And thankd for posting this Khalidah, really thanks.
January 20th, 2007 at 1:50 pm
Well..if you’re aware of the so called blackmail..good, so you’re immune..let the others enjoy it!
patriotism isn’t a bad word, everything has to do with patriotism, it is part of your identity, now if you see this as something too vain to be labeled “patriotic” then that’s fine, but who says it’s not? you can find patriotism in anything from not throwning a tissue out the window while you drive, to standing up to corruption..to fighting in wars.
Patriotism is a state of mind I guess, you will always find the good and the bad in people’s intentions..you can only control yours..if you have good intentions, the hell with everyone else’s!
January 20th, 2007 at 1:54 pm
Oh this is so amusing … but last comment from my side, so Please think well before you respond…
My article is a response to the million pedestrian articles like yours and with your own words 4 so far. It’s not pushing one thing or another. In addition to the governmental and private promotions. And you will be surprised at the overwhelming number of people supporting my view. Maybe there’s a point in that? I don’t know, I’ll leave it to your judgement.
Let alone my protest to categorizing this as a patriotic act!!
Anyway .. I’m not here to argue … I’m here to state my rights. And not to be mocked too … and I’ll leave it at that!
Go Petra!
You are not ALL Jordanians, Not even the government is all Jordanians, some do disagree, some view it differently and I’m sorry to say some don’t even care.
January 20th, 2007 at 2:01 pm
Why should things always be divided into Jordaian-not Jordanian? as far as I know..anyone who say’s they’re Jordanian..ARE! what the heck is that about??
As for the Government not being all Jordanian..that needs a bit of elaboration..what exactly do you mean? state your right of free speech and thought!
January 20th, 2007 at 2:02 pm
“or that’s how I and many others inside and outside Jordan see it” – But those people don’t need emotional black-mail to vote for Petra. I am sure such people will wholeheartedly vote for Petra.
So why degrade the campaign by using emotional black-mail to win a few more votes?!
Do you hear the Ads on the radio?! It says, “Vote for Petra as a new worldwide wonder by sending and SMS with the word ‘Petra’ at numbers xxxx” …. The Ad has already assumed people want to vote for Petra, it offers no choice. Also notice the use of the word “Vote” as a direct command.
A less emotionally abusive can be: “A new 7 worldwide wonders contest is underway. Consider voting for you favorite place. If you like Petra, then send the word ‘Petra’ at numbers xxxx” …. Such Ad although still suggestive, offers choice, and uses the word “Consider” to give the listener the space he needs to make up his mind.
This second campaign allows people who will wholeheartedly vote to Petra to do so, while keeping its dignity by not using emotional black-mail!!
January 20th, 2007 at 2:04 pm
Qwaider,
I always think before I respond to comments, so relax please
If there are so many people out there who support your view, I bet there are even more who support mine; I guess there is a point there too and I leave this to your judgment …
Now, whether you protest to categorizing this as a patriotic act or you accept it, it does not really matter because your view does not change the fact … as Averros said above in the last comment … patriotism can be very simple … the issue is that when it has to do with Jordan, it is by default patriotic and we should not be asking questions whether to do it or not .. it should be natural …
No one is mocking you Q and you are always welcome to state your rights here
I never claimed that I was ALL Jordanians, otherwise; I would not be posting to urge other Jordanians and remind them to vote for Petra …
Why is it so difficult to see this as something you do for your country and move on?
January 20th, 2007 at 2:10 pm
Devil’s Mind,
I posted this article in response to Qwaider’s … my other 3 posts were prior to the campaign … So, I am not trying to emotionally blackmail anyone … I am simply stating how I feel about the whole thing …
I hear the campaign on the radio and there are more than one ad .. they are actually reminders rather than commands … and when did you actually see a campaign that gives you a choice between what they are promoting and its counterparts? I never saw that
January 20th, 2007 at 2:30 pm
So, all that needs to happen is to make it obvious that voting isn’t a necessity. Making people feel like they are letting their country down by not voting does create an emotional burden on some people.
Just make it clear to everyone that voting is optional. Not even on a physical level, but even on a psychological level… Then such campaign might be less emotionally abusive.
I guess, I delivered the message….
January 20th, 2007 at 2:39 pm
I suggest you start a do not vote if you don’t want to counter campaign..but that’s also telling people what to do..its part of the psycological pressure!
it’s way less complicated than that..people will decide if they want to vote…even with the bobardment in ads!
yalla good night.
January 21st, 2007 at 3:13 am
I fail to see the point that Devil’s Mind is making. Actually, I do understand what he’s saying, but I don’t think it’s applicable to this situation.
When you vote in this poll, you don’t only vote for one place; you vote for 7 (if I remember correctly).
Now, how many Jordanians do you think can actually name 7 places, not just one, that are more worthy of being considered a world wonder than Petra? I’m sure most Jordanians know a little bit about some of these sites, probably watched a program or two on TV that talked about them that probably led them to believe they are greater places than Petra, but I honestly doubt they will be able to intelligently argue for each one of 7 choices that they come up with as being more worthy.
Also, even if they do find 7 that they believe are more worthy? Can’t they compromise for their country? Can’t they give the world six, and give their country just one?
This is why it should be considered a patriotic duty. It’s free, it’s available, it’s big (http://www.new7wonders.com/index.php?id=42&L=0), and it’s not asking you to give up something extraordinary. It’s just 1 spot out of 7. You get to vote for 6 other places too.
January 23rd, 2007 at 3:49 am
[...] This post was originally inspired by Mind’s “Why we should vote for Petra”, and Quaider’s “Why I Hate The Word Patriotic”. which, according to Quaider would constitute me being a Blog Shadower! baseeta.Patriotism is not a bad word, it’s an act of belonging, being loyal, you can be patriotic when you’re proud of belonging to your own family, Patriotism is being grateful..to your parents, to your family, to your people, and to your land. Some people might use it wrongfully, but that doesn’t make it bad, when you don’t throw a tissue out the window as you drive, you’re being patriotic..since you feel that all the land is your home!Patriotism is a romantic idea..sometimes people hate it because it reveals their true colors..I was amazed by the Lebanese during the war, I’m still amazed by the people in Palestine, both in the ’48 and ’67 areas..staying in your house..or on what’s left of it, when you’re faced with the danger of death..is Patriotism, people who see countries as hotels..they pay the bill..or not..and leave whenever they want..are the same one’s who are afraid of Patriotism..because they do not belong to anything.. but themselves. [...]
February 2nd, 2007 at 6:47 am
first of all hi to everybody here
will i do agree somehow with qwaider ,that it is so important to vote for petra for several reasons:
fist it is awesome place and it is a real wonder.
people come from all over the world to visit this great place , so can you imagine when it is recgnised as a wonder!!!!!!
also , as arabs it is a great thing to have a famouse palce as peacefull place as a nice cool place ,not a conflict war and all these bad image about arabs.
regarding superstar thing ,,i agree it has nothing to do with patriotism , but it was nice to see that US jordainian where together for a simple issue so i would like to as you ,,,,, what about this wonders issue ,,,, will we be one hand and vote for PETRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
vote petra
February 2nd, 2007 at 7:11 am
Saif,
Thank you for stopping by my blog and for this comment …
A small clarification though; Qwaider says we should not vote for Petra … me and Hamzeh and Averros and Shaden and many other say that we should … I see that you agree with us so thank you
May 1st, 2007 at 6:10 pm
No doupt that the least thing Petra can be is one of the Seven Wonder of the world; I’m not saying that because I’m a Jordanian. The truth is no one has seen it, and didn’t say it is one of the most amazing thing that he/she has seen in his/her entire life.
May 5th, 2007 at 3:54 pm
[...] and have not been following up on the local blogosphere. But just look at the 35 comments that Khalida’s post about the subject generated. Even the P word was used (Patriotic) and the J word (I am more [...]
June 26th, 2007 at 8:25 am
No doupt that the least thing Petra can be is one of the Seven Wonder of the world
June 26th, 2007 at 8:28 am
No doupt that the least thing Petra can be is one of the Seven Wonder of the world. So I do vote for petra
June 26th, 2007 at 1:18 pm
yes
June 27th, 2007 at 11:52 am
i think it must be one of the wonder because of its uniqeo property
June 27th, 2007 at 11:54 am
i dont see such a thing made more perfect
July 5th, 2007 at 12:52 pm
Petrq is the ;more beautiful and perfect site by its history
i vote for Petra and for Jordan , also for Arab town
I follow events on tv about petra and i plan to visit it in the future
Belhaguet from Algeria
July 7th, 2007 at 3:07 pm
Petra wins
2nd place
July 28th, 2007 at 4:24 pm
hello every body i’m new here and i don’t what happened but acctuly i like this and the most thing i like it is the wonders are all wonderful ana i don’t petra what’s mean or what’s it so plz can u expline to me ok