| Author: | sarah_monkey_bear |
| Ruined city: | Petra |
| Location: | Asia > Jordan > Wadi Musa |
| Map: | (see map) |
The Ruined City
What should we know?
| Name in local script: | البتراء, |
| Also known as: | Al-Batrāʾ |
| Tour operator(s): | Add Data |
| Culture type: | Nabataean |
| Environment type: | desert, hills, mountains, red sandstone |
| Location type: | rural, village |
What can we see or do there?
| Activities: | animal rides, hiking |
| Attractions: | The Amphitheatre,The Monastery, The Treasury , Petra Viewpoint, The Treasury Viewpoint |
| Events: | Add Data |
| Services: | bathrooms, guides |
| Shops: | cafes, restaurants, souvenirs |
| Animals: | Add Data |
| Birds: | Add Data |
How much will it cost us?
| Currency: | Jordanian Dinar (JOD) |
| Ticket type: | Cost: |
| 1-day adult (non-resident) | JOD50 |
| 2-day adult (non-resident) | JOD55 |
| 3-day adult (non-resident) | JOD60 |
| Extras: | Average Cost: |
| Petra by Night | JOD17 |
How can we get in contact?
| Email: | [email protected] |
| Website: | www.visitpetra.jo |
| Telephone: | 032 157 093 |
| Postal address: | Add Data |
| Fax: | Add Data |
| Language(s): | Arabic, English |
| Timezone: | UTC+03:00 |
| Country calling code: | 962 |
How can we get there?
| Coordinates: | 30.32845, 35.44436 |
| Address: | Add Data |
| Geographical feature: | Add Data |
| Transportation type: | Add Data |
| Route number: | |
| Nearest stop: |
The Directions
| If you know how to get to Petra and would like to share that information with the community, contact [email protected] and we’ll post it right here in the directory. |
The Directions
| If you know how to get to Petra and would like to share that information with the community, contact [email protected] and we’ll post it right here in the directory. |
The Directions
| If you know how to get to Petra and would like to share that information with the community, contact [email protected] and we’ll post it right here in the directory. |
What are the numbers and averages?
| Altitude: | 850m |
| Size: | Add Data |
What else would be good to know?
| Wikipedia: | Petra |
| Wikitravel: | Petra |
| Tripadvisor: | Petra |
| Local tourism: | Visit Petra |
| Weather: | AccuWeather |
| Public holidays: | Office Holidays |
Top Descriptions
| This ancient ‘rose city’ is one of the most satisfying historical sites our planet has to offer. Petra’s breadth is as stupendous as its structures; offering more than enough to occupy you for days. Iconic and towering, both The Treasury or The Monastery can make you feel appropriately small and are indeed majestic. However, it is the kilometres of trails winding around, and in many cases up, that will gratify any explorer or budding hiker. Perch on the Petra Viewpoint or even the Treasury Viewpoint and it is easy to be consumed by the landscape and imagine what once was. Petra will tantalise most people’s inner historian and adventurer and is very much worthy of its World Heritage status. – Sarah |
| If you’ve written a description for Petra you’d like to share with the community, send it to [email protected] and we’ll post it right here in the directory. |
Top Tips
| If it is at all possible, definitely give yourself at least two days here. Not only is this site huge, but why not appreciate these monumental structures more than once?! |
| Aside from the archetypal buildings such as The Treasury and The Monastery , there are some fantastic little hikes leading to wonderful spots such as the Petra Viewpoint and The Treasury Viewpoint. |
| Avoid the tour groups as best you can and arrive as early as possible! |
| Even in spring the day time temperatures can soar here so carry plenty of water and provisions; especially if you are on a budget! Beer in particular is very overpriced. |
| If you have a tip about Petra and would like to share that information with the community, contact [email protected] and we’ll post it right here in the directory. |
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