Petra is a symbol of Jordan, as well as Jordan's most-visited tourist attraction. Visitor numbers reach close to a million tourists every year. [14] By 7000 BC, some of the earliest recorded farmers had settled in Beidha, a Pre-Pottery Neolithic settlement just north of Petra. [7]

Mar 18, 2025 · Petra, ancient city, center of an Arab kingdom in Hellenistic and Roman times, the ruins of which are in southwest Jordan. The city was built on a terrace, pierced from east to west by the Wadi Musa (the Valley of Moses)—one of the places where, according to tradition, Moses struck a rock and water gushed forth.

Jul 4, 2018 · It’s no wonder that Petra remains Jordan’s top tourist attraction and one of the most revered of the World Heritage sites. Petra is a three-hour drive from Amman and two hours from the Red Sea...

May 13, 2020 · Petra is a huge archaeological site in Jordan, it’s one of the seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s kind of a big deal. It was established in 312BC as the capital city of the Nabataeans, Arab people who inhabited the area, until 100AD Romans invaded it and took over Petra.

Mar 4, 2022 · When it comes to visiting Jordan, a few places immediately come to mind as must-visit spots: the Dead Sea, the Martian-like landscape of Wadi Rum, and the once-“lost,” Rose City of Petra.

Jun 30, 2024 · Petra lies about 230 km south of Amman, the capital city of Jordan, and 120 km north of Aqaba, the southernmost city in Jordan. Depending on how you choose to travel to Jordan , there are several ways to reach the archeological site of Petra.

The ancient city of Petra is one of Jordan’s national treasures and by far its best-known tourist attraction. Petra is the legacy of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern Jordan more than 2,300 years ago.

May 8, 2016 · Petra is one of the most popular places to visit on the planet. Take a look at almost any traveler’s bucket list and Petra will be on it. Why? Because it really is amazing. But guess what. There is so much more to Petra than the Treasury, the iconic façade featured in every travel book and brochure about Petra.

Complete guide to visiting the world wonder Petra in Jordan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy exploring trails of the city carved into rock by the Nabataeans.

Mar 13, 2025 · Buy the Jordan Pass to Save Money. If you’re visiting Jordan, make sure you purchase the Jordan Pass before entry. It covers over 40 sites, including Petra, and waives the visa fee. With different tiers available, you can choose a pass that includes one, two or three days in Petra. If you’re spending multiple days in the site, the savings ...