Most of you who are following this blog probably know that I am a rule follower. I like rules. This is sort of a problem when trying to walk around in Amman. There are no crosswalks. There is paint on the roads that is allegedly distinguishing between lanes, but apparently even that is negotiable. I live near a circle or what you might refer to as a "roundabout". Trying to navigate around it while trying to catch a taxi, or simply just to get to a street on the other side has proved quite a challenge. I went out with my roommate today and she just walks out right in the middle of traffic (as does everyone else besides me!) and expects people to not hit her. My heart jumped quite a few beats, but I tried to play it off. I walked out later by myself and each time I seem to have a bit more courage. It makes me appreciate those crosswalks in H.R. even though I hate stopping at them. :)
Here are some photos from around Amman.
This is a picture of one of the circles. At night there are a lot of people hanging out at the circle enjoying each other's company. It acts as a park.
King Abdullah Mosque
2 comments:
I guess Ryan could never live in Amman! We all know he can't cross the street without a crosswalk!......Joyce
awesome ;)
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