Deep within Jordan’s desolate desert ... In reality, this building, the only example at Petra of a monument not sculpted out of rock, is a large temple. A tetrastyle structure (with four columns ...

Ad Deir, or the Monastery, is one of Petra's many facades carved out of sandstone in Wadi Musa, Jordan. As visitors enter Petra from the winding gorge known as the Siq, they first behold the ...

A s one of the oldest cities in the world, Petra has attracted over a million visitors in recent years. As one seven wonders of the modern world, it is a must for any trip to Jordan. Carved into ...

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In the heart of Jordan, there is a cave city captivating ... reaching a height of 45 metres. It is also Petra's most famous temple, and has become emblematic of the city. But the Jordanian city ...