The best of the rock city of Petra

The rock city of Petra is undoubtedly the most famous tourist location in Jordan. Here you will find incredible rock tombs, of which the Treasury is probably the most famous place in all of Jordan. In addition, there are amazing rock massifs with viewpoints, gorges, but also several Roman monuments. Let's see what is definitely not to be missed here.
Treasury in Petra
Jordan's most famous place
At the very end of the Siq gorge is „the“ most famous sight from all of Jordan – the so-called treasury – the… continue reading
Monastery (Ad-Deir) in Petra
The second most beautiful monument in Petra
The impressive tomb of Ad-Deir is considered the second most beautiful „building“ in the rock city of Petra.… continue reading
Ravine Siq
The most famous canyon in Petra
The walk of the Siq gorges is an experience in itself – steep walls, in several places only a few meters… continue reading
Royal tombs in Petra
Breathtaking tombs in the rock city of Petra
One of the biggest attractions of the rocky city of Petra are the monumental royal tombs here. After climbing… continue reading
Obelisk Tomb at Bab as-Siq
Breathtaking rock tomb in Petra
The most important monument on the way to the gorge is a beautiful tomb with obelisks. It is definitely more… continue reading
Alley of facades
The largest concentration of rock tombs in Jordan
Alley of Facades is a place located just a short distance behind the famous Treasury. You will find dozens of… continue reading
Theater in Petra
Ancient rock theater
Behind the Fasád alley and the souvenir stalls you can reach the old theater (it is said that it could hold… continue reading
Street of columns
Roman monuments in Petra
After exploring the tombs and their surroundings, it's time to descend back down the stairs and join the main… continue reading
Djinn Blocks Tomb
The first rock tomb
The first rock tomb you come across on your way inside the rock city of Petra is called the Djinn Blocks Tomb… continue reading
Lion's Tomb
A small tomb in the rocks
It is worth making a small detour from the main road to the interesting Lion's Tomb. continue reading