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Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Petra
Petra, Jordan
Petra, carved by the Nabataeans in the 3rd century BC, is famous for its rose-red architecture, including the astonishing Al-Khazneh façade. Nestled in a narrow canyon, the Siq, Petra provides a breathtaking journey through history and nature.
Good to know
- Tickets
- Book ahead
- Crowds
- Very busy, go early
- Best time
- Early morning
- Best months
- Mar–May
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