Carved directly into rose-red cliff faces by the Nabataeans over 2,000 years ago, Petra is Jordan's crown jewel and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The iconic Treasury (Al-Khazneh) is just the beginning — beyond lies an entire ancient city of temples, tombs, colonnaded streets, and a monastery reachable by 800 steps.
Highlights
- ✓Al-Khazneh (The Treasury) — Petra's most iconic facade
- ✓The Monastery (Ad Deir) — 800 steps to an even larger monument
- ✓The Siq — 1.2km narrow gorge leading to the Treasury
- ✓Petra by Night — candlelit walk through the Siq
- ✓High Place of Sacrifice with panoramic views
How to Get There
3-hour drive from Amman (250km south). Tour buses and rental cars available.
Best Time to Visit
Spring and autumn for comfortable hiking
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