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Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Petra - Wadi Musa, Ma'an Governorate
Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Travelers have fascinating places to explore here, including the breathtaking 2,000-year-old Treasury, the narrow Siq gorge (the main entrance to Petra), and the High Place of Sacrifice.
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1. Siq
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5.0 based on 2,128 reviews
The main entrance into Petra is this narrow gorge bordered by cliffs over 300 feet high.
Reviewed By aichang99 - Hong Kong, China
The main and only entrance to Petra from the top Long 1.2 km long huge cannle of agreay mount Tow water channels run along both rock sides Amazing silence and holy atmosphere With walking narrow Best point of siq is the end of it when it dose meet the great tample the treachary
2. Al-Khazneh
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5.0 based on 4,117 reviews
Be prepared for the breathtaking sight of this 2000-year-old monument which resembles a Greek temple with an urn at the top that was once reputed to hold priceless treasures.
Reviewed By manishsW7478IE - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Reminds you of Indian Jones Movie. Very short walk from the visitor center. Really amazing carving done on the rocks. Make sure that you go to the Monastery right after you are done with treasury as treasury is on the way to Monastery. When you buy a ticket you get a free horse ride to near the treasury. Too many people trying to make money off you at the visitors center. So don't discuss anything with them.
3. Monastery (Al Dayr)
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5.0 based on 3,328 reviews
Reviewed By georgeworld85 - Athens, Greece
After Treasury the Monastery is one of the most impressive monumental buildings in Petra. It is carved in a limestone rock and after a very long walk (it's abput an hour and a half walk from Treasury) you'll be standing in awe in front of a really breathtaking building. There is a cafe right in front of the monument where you can enjoy your tea.
4. Petra
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5.0 based on 14,198 reviews
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Petra (ancient capital city of the Nabataean people) recently proclaimed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Reviewed By StephG851 - Adelaide, Australia
Everyone has seen the iconic image of the Treasury (Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade!), but there is so much more to the Rose Red City of Petra. At the time of writing, a 2-day pass to the site is 55 Jordanian Dollars (roughly AUD110), which is not a lot more than the 1-day pass. However - you need to be aware that it is a walk of about 1.6km to get from the ticket office to the Treasury and to walk to the Temple of Dushares at the end of the main path through the City and back to the exit involves about a 10km round trip (our guide said 13km, but I don't think it was that much). Then there the side trips to visit the Monastery, the Royal Tombs and the High Place of Sacrifice, etc. There is a horse ride included in the ticket price, which will take you from the entrance to the beginning of the Siq (the 1km gorge that protects the way into the city itself); if you are an animal lover, it is better to avoid this, as the animals are not well treated (apparently this is improving, as the operators are being monitored by the Tourist Office - but I decided to walk). The same goes for the horse carriages that charge up and down the Siq - besides looking to be a pretty scary ride, the little ponies that pull the carriages are dripping in sweat and mostly look pretty malnourished. Obviously up to the individual, but I also feel that you miss a lot of amazing sights by charging through in a covered carriage. There are camel rides offered from the Treasury further into the City and if you have had enough walking, then these are probably the best option, as camels are pretty resilient! By the way, there are toilets at various intervals throughout the site! We got there at 10 a.m. and expected the crowds to be horrendous, but it wasn't too bad and we managed to get good photos without too many intruders into our shots. Recommended to get there early (it opens at 6 a.m.), but just remember the long walk before you even get to see much! We only managed the one day, but stayed for 6 hours, taking things slowly, and found that was enough - others in our group who had planned to go back the next day felt that they did not need to, as they had seen all they wanted to. We went in December and it was sunny, but the temperature during the day was pleasant (about 23 degrees Celsius). I don't really need to say anything about the site itself - just that it fulfilled every expectation and more - just a bit of a shame about the myriad stalls along the way selling jewellery, souvenirs, and general junk, they did detract from the atmosphere a bit, but it was still awesome and the highlight of our visit to Jordan (which we really liked - there is so much more to see than just Petra).
5. The Urn Tomb
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By JeremyPC - Hinckley, United Kingdom
The first of the Royal Tombs constructed around 70AD fronted by an impressive and deep courtyard that affords spectacular views over Petra. The real surprise is the interior and spectacular rock colours that you find in there. It really has to be seen to be believed.
6. Wadi Sabra Trail, Petra
7. High Place of Sacrifice
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4.5 based on 1,037 reviews
Reviewed By JBG1 - Leicester, United Kingdom
Whilst the site itself takes a bit of getting to most people will say it is worth it especially for the views and photo opportunities. The option of a different route back also makes it interesting.We did this walk with our tour guide which obviously is the best way to do it because of all the detailed information one gains during the trip adding to the interest of a 3/4 hour walk.Obviously you need to be mobile and be wearing the correct footwear, clothing and make you you have adequate water with you.
8. Street of Facades
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4.5 based on 451 reviews
This street is lined with tall tombs carved into the mountainside.
Reviewed By DQShaw - York, United States
Some of our group stopped and turned around after going through the Siq and reaching the Treasury. There is so much more to see such as the Street of Facades. This is the name given to the row of monumental Nabataean tombs carved in the southern cliff face that lies past the Treasury.
9. Byzantine Church
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4.5 based on 320 reviews
Amazingly, the ruins of this 6th or 8th century church were not discovered until the 1990s.
Reviewed By 713dianef
The old Byzantine church has remains of some of the pillars and colonades as well as some of the capitols that had been on them. There are some mosaic floors original to Petra there for excellent viewing. A nice view from there across the way gives you a beautiful view down the colonaded street and the city gates.
10. Petra Kitchen
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4.5 based on 378 reviews
THE PETRA KITCHEN is a delightful way to round out your Jordan travel experiences. Like any home kitchen, THE PETRA KITCHEN is a relaxed, informal atmosphere where you'll gather to prepare an evening meal, working alongside local women under the supervision of our chef. Each evening meal includes soup, cold and hot mezza and salads, and a main course-all typical Jordanian dishes. You will have get an inside glimpse of the secrets behind the famous regional cuisine of the Levant. THE PETRA KITCHEN offers an evening of learning, fun and a very special dining experience, with each dish gaining the special flavor of a reward well-earned. Great care has been taken to make THE PETRA KITCHEN a truly Jordanian experience-right down to the furnishings, all crafted in Jordan, the tableware, all produced by the Iraq al Amir Women's Co-operative, and the aprons and table linens, all hand-embroidered by the Jordan River Foundation. The regular price of 35 JD / per person. includes the cuisine course, meal and all non-alcoholic beverages as well as take-home recipes for all dishes prepared that evening. Special 5-night cuisine classes are also available, where in addition to the nightly sessions you will make shopping trips to the local markets with our chef. The 5-night classes include special arrangements for hotel accommodations, visits to Petra, and discounts on food products and other gift items available at THE PETRA KITCHEN and the MADE IN JORDAN gallery.
Reviewed By OxfordHousewife - Marston, United Kingdom
We had a most delightful evening here learning to make our own Mezze and then eating them with great pleasure. The chefs were friendly and knowledgeable and managed the group really efficiently, and we enjoyed talking to the other visitors over dinner, having bonded over cooking together. The recipes given were clear, but don’t include all the spices used so do ask! A must-do experience when visiting Petra.
