Petra - Wikipedia Petra (Arabic: ٱلْبَتْراء, romanized: Al-Batrāʾ; Ancient Greek: Πέτρα, lit 'Rock'), originally known to its inhabitants as Raqmu (Nabataean Aramaic: 𐢛𐢚𐢒 or 𐢛𐢚𐢓𐢈, *Raqēmō), [3][4] is an ancient city and archaeological site in southern Jordan
Petra | History, Map, Location, Images, Facts | Britannica Petra was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985 Petra, ancient city, center of an Arab kingdom in Hellenistic and Roman times, the ruins of which are in southwest Jordan
Petra - Jordan, City Inside | HISTORY Petra is an ancient city that lies in present-day Jordan and dates back to the fourth century B C Ruins of the once-great metropolis and trading center now serve as an important
A Guide to Petra, Jordan | National Geographic Hidden by time and shifting sand, Petra tells of a lost civilization Little is known about the Nabateans—a nomadic desert people whose kingdom rose up from these cliffs and peaks, and whose
Petra - Ancient Jordan Hidden in the rugged desert canyons of Jordan lies one of the world’s most spectacular archaeological mysteries—Petra This ancient city, often referred to as the “Rose City” due to its distinctive hues, is steeped in history, culture, and a touch of cinematic allure
The Fascinating History Behind Petra, The Ancient City . . . - Discovery Carved into soft stone cliffs, the ancient sandstone city of Petra was built in the 3rd century BC by the Nabataeans These people were a nomadic Arab tribe–Bedouins–who roamed the Arabian Desert in search of pasture and water for their herds
Petra History: Unveiling the Secrets of Jordan’s Lost City Petra, the ancient city carved into rose-red cliffs in southern Jordan, is often referred to as the “Rose City” for its stunning sandstone formations Once a thriving trade center of the Nabatean civilization, Petra stands as a testament to human ingenuity and architectural prowess
The Lost City of Petra: Carved in Stone Petra is one of the world’s most remarkable archaeological wonders, a city carved directly into rose-colored cliffs by the Nabateans over 2,000 years ago Hidden within the rugged canyons of southern Jordan, it thrived as a center of trade and craftsmanship
Petra - UNESCO World Heritage Centre Petra is half-built, half-carved into the rock, and is surrounded by mountains riddled with passages and gorges It is one of the world's most famous archaeological sites, where ancient Eastern traditions blend with Hellenistic architecture
Petra Travel Information - Map, Location, Facts, Best time to visit Petra is an ancient historical city located in Jordan in the Arab world It is known for its unique architecture, with buildings that are carved from the rock of the mountains combining ancient Eastern tradition and Hellenistic architecture in their facades