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Petra - Wikipedia Petra (Arabic: ٱلْبَتْراء, romanized: Al-Batrāʾ; Ancient Greek: Πέτρα "Rock"), originally known to its inhabitants as Raqmu (Nabataean: 𐢛𐢚𐢒 or 𐢛𐢚𐢓𐢈 , *Raqēmō), [3] [4] is an ancient city and archaeological site in southern Jordan
Petra | History, Map, Location, Images, Facts | Britannica 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
A Guide to Petra, Jordan | National Geographic Petra is a three-hour drive from Amman and two hours from the Red Sea port of Aqaba Buses run the route daily, along with organized tours and private taxis
Petra - Jordan, City Inside - HISTORY Petra is an ancient city that lies in present-day Jordan and dates back to the fourth century B C Ruins of the once-great metropolis and trading center now serve as an important archeologic site
The Role of Petra: The Rose City of the Nabataeans Carved into the ruddy sandstone cliffs of southern Jordan, Petra stands as a breathtaking monument to human ingenuity and cultural exchange Known as the “Rose City” due to the warm hues of its rock-cut façades, Petra was once the thriving capital of the Nabataean Kingdom, a vital center of commerce, art, and innovation in the ancient world Its rediscovery in the 19th century stunned
Visit Petra Wadi Musa is a Jordanian city and the center of Petra District in Ma'an Governorate It is located in southern Jordan, Wadi Musa has witnessed radical changes in the level of services during the last decade, and a large number of five-star and four-star hotels are available now
Petra | Ancient Jordan H idden in the rugged desert canyons of Jordan lies one of the world’s most spectacular archaeological mysteries—Petra This ancient city, often referred to as the “Rose City” due to its distinctive hues, is steeped in history, culture, and a touch of cinematic allure
Petra: The Lost City of the Nabatean Civilization Rediscovered Petra is an ancient city in southern Jordan, famous for its rock-cut architecture and water management system It was the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom and flourished as a major trading hub around the 4th century BCE to the 1st century CE
Petra, Jordan: A Complete Guide to the Ancient City - Travel Set Go The ancient city of Petra, nestled in southern Jordan’s desert canyons, represents one of humanity’s most extraordinary architectural achievements This UNESCO World Heritage site, built over 2,000 years ago by the ingenious Nabataean civilization, encompasses 264 square kilometers of desert terrain
The Ancient City of Petra | AMNH Petra is filled with spectacular tombs, monuments, and houses that were carved into the sandstone cliffs These elaborate structures were chiseled by hand out of the rose-red rocks, then covered with stucco and painted bright colors