Tombs and mausoleums in Petra

Ancient Tombs of Petra

Petra’s landscape is defined by its sophisticated rock-cut architecture, primarily serving as a necropolis for the Nabatean Kingdom. This collection features the grandest examples, including the iconic Al-Khazneh and the massive Ad Deir. The Royal Tombs cluster showcases intricate facades like the Urn and Palace Tombs, while the Tomb of Aaron marks a significant pilgrimage site on Jabal Haroun. These structures highlight a blend of Nabatean, Hellenistic, and Roman styles carved directly into the rose-red sandstone cliffs.

Ancient Tombs of Petra — Map

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Monastery (Ad Deir)

Ed-Deir, also spelled el-Deir and ad-Deir/ad-Dayr, is a monumental building carved out of rock in the ancient Jordanian city of Petra.

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Roman Soldier's Tomb

The tomb is named after the statue of a soldier wearing Roman clothes. It dates back to the 2nd century.

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Sextius Florentinus Tomb

Built at the time of Sextus Florentinos, the governor of the Arab state. There are remains of columns and statues left.

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Silk Tomb

The most attractive tomb in the area. The rich colour of sandstone is said to be changing during the day!

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The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)

Al-Khazneh is one of the most elaborate temples in Petra, a city of the Nabatean Kingdom inhabited by the Arabs in ancient times.

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Royal Tombs

A cluster of four monumental Nabatean facades—the Urn, Silk, Corinthian, and Palace Tombs—carved into the western cliffs of Jabal al-Khubtha. These grand structures overlook the city's central valley and showcase intricate rock-cut architecture.

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Palace Tomb

The Palace Tomb is a Nabataean tomb in the Petra Archaeological Park. It is situated among the Royal Tombs, a line of prominent monumental…

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Corinthian Tomb

Part of the group called Royal Tombs which resembles The Treasury. It's heavily damaged by the weather, but still wonderful.

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Urn Tomb

One of the tombs located opposite the Theatre. It is almost 17 meters high and features two floors and supporting arcs.

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Tomb of Aaron

A 14th-century Islamic mosque and shrine situated atop Jabal Haroun, the highest peak in the area. Built over the remains of a Byzantine church, it is traditionally believed to be the burial place of Aaron, the brother of Moses.

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