The city is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. [6] The area around Petra has been inhabited from as early as 7000 BC, [7] and was settled by the …

Petra is the archaeological site of an ancient Nabatean caravan city renowned for its elaborate tomb and temple architecture. The city developed as an important caravan centre between the …

Dec 9, 2024 · Is Petra a World Heritage Site? Petra was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985. Petra, ancient city, center of an Arab kingdom in Hellenistic and Roman times, the …

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 …

It is one of the world's richest and largest archaeological sites set in a dominating red sandstone landscape. Read more about this site on the UNESCO World Heritage Website.

Petra has become a symbol of Jordan – partly because it is one of the most visited tourist attraction in the country. It is best revered for its historical and archaeological value. Plus, the …

Petra is half-built, half-carved into the rock, and is surrounded by mountains riddled with passages and gorges. It is one of the world's most famous archaeological sites, where ancient Eastern …

Jan 25, 2018 · When Petra was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985, Petra Bedouin tribespeople who had made homes for themselves within the city’s remaining ruins were …

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.

Dec 6, 2022 · Petra in Jordan holds special significance today, as a UNESCO world heritage site, and one of the modern day seven wonders of the world. But what is it about this location that …