Petra

Shobak Castle, also known as Krak de Montréal, stands as Jordan’s oldest crusader castle, perched on a hilltop an hour north of Petra. Constructed in 1115 by Baldwin I, the […]

Little Petra, also known as Siq al-Barid, is a northern satellite of the ancient city of Petra in Jordan. This site centers on a narrow canyon and offers a more […]

The Treasury, or al-Khazneh, is a towering ancient tomb that stands at 131 feet (40 meters) tall in the ancient city of Petra, Jordan. First approached through the deep, narrow […]

The Siq, a geological marvel in Jordan’s Petra, is a dramatic rift carved by time into a scenic swirl of sandstone. Stretching with walls that rise over 500 feet (150 […]

Carved into the cliffs above the ancient city of Petra, the Royal Tombs stand as a testament to the region’s rich history, showcasing Roman and ancient Greek architectural influences. Close […]

Set in the hills above Petra, the Monastery, also known as Ad Deir or al-Deir, is one of the ancient city’s most recognizable monuments after the Treasury. Carved out of […]

The Petra Roman Theater, despite its name, was constructed by the Nabataeans over 2,000 years ago in the ancient city of Petra, Jordan. Carved directly into the rock face of […]

Nestled within the ancient city of Petra, the Byzantine Church, also known as the Petra Church, was first built in the fifth century AD over Nabataean and Roman ruins. The […]