Ancient Wonders of Petra

Petra, the Nabataean capital carved into rose-red sandstone, showcases a blend of Hellenistic, Roman, and native architectural styles. This collection features the iconic Al-Khazneh Treasury and the massive first-century Nabataean Theater. Explore funerary architecture through the vibrant Silk Tomb and the multi-story Urn Tomb, or walk the Roman-era Colonnaded Street. Beyond the central valley, the High Place of Sacrifice provides well-preserved open-air altars, while the 12th-century Wu'ayra Castle represents the later Crusader presence north of the main city entrance.

The Theater

Petra Theater is a first century AD Nabataean theatre situated 600 m from the centre of Petra.

Roman Soldier's Tomb

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

Sextius Florentinus Tomb

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

Silk Tomb

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

The Street of Facades

This path leads to the center of the ancient city and is surrounded by carved tombs. Tall tombs belong to the rich and short to the poor.

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.

Colonnaded Street (Cardo Maximus)

Although the former main street is badly damaged, it is partially preserved. Its remains are about half a kilometre long.

Lion Monument

A fountain in the shape of a lion carved into sandstone. Unfortunately the head is missing now, but you can see where the water once flowed.

High Place of Sacrifice

Open-air altar carved out by the Nabataeans. You can even climb to the top of the mountain or take a donkey, but careful, the path is steep!

Garden Temple

Probably a water cistern with a chamber for the person who managed it. It provided water for those who headed to the High Place of Sacrifice.

Urn Tomb

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

Wu'ayra Castle

Wu'ayra Castle is a ruined Crusader castle located in Wadi Musa, Jordan, 1 kilometre north of the main entrance to Petra.