Petra, Jordan


Photos 1 - 71 out of 71 | Back to Albums
Petra.."New Seven Wonders of the World", thought to be inhabited since prehistoric times Petra, ancient city structures built into mountain from 1500 BC. First view of "Al Khazneh", The Treasury after walking 1.5km through the Siq
The Treasury, built 1200BC. Huge facade is 30m wide and 43m high "Urn Tomb", one of the largest Royal Tombs, built around 70AD Views of Petra Royal Tombs standing from the High Place of Sacrifice. Steep climb to the top of the mountain, but well worth the stunning views fromt he top.
The Royal Tombs 70 AD Views of Petra Monastery Petra, "Street of Facades"
More tombs from early 1st century AD Urn Tomb, Largest Royal Tomb, 70 AD People's cave-like homes scattered inside the cliffside. 1st century AD
Policeman dressed in traditional wear hanging out with Brett near the Royal Tombs Hiking the mountain to the High Place of Sacrafice Bedouin tea tent at the top of the mountain, at the "View of the End of the World"
The Monastery (Al Dier), after climbing 800 stairs cut through the rocks of the mountain, we found the incredible Monastery. The Monastery (Al Dier), Largest doorway! Impossible to climb up. Trekking Al Dier Mountain
Trekking up to The Monestary Street of Facades
The Royal Tombs Living in a cave Magnificent rock colors, Petra known as "Rose-Red City" for beautiful rock colors
Obelisk Tomb and the Triclinium Dwelling during BC years The Theatre, 1st century AD. Seated between 3,000 to 7,000 people.
Street of facades & the Theatre, 1st Century AD Street of facades & the Theatre, 1st Century AD Camel trekking through Petra
Camels taking a break from the heat Spectacular mountain landscape around Petra Stretching during our steep climb through Ad-Deir Mountain to the Monastery.
The View of the End of the World Cliffside at the "View of the End of the World" We've reached the "View of the End of the World"
Royal Tombs carved into the mountain Valley of Petra
Palace Tomb, exquisite carved monument Valley of Petra
Hanging out in the Palace Tomb Just one donkey contemplating life in Petra Horse-drawn carriage riding through the Siq
Exquisite coloring of stones, Petra known as "Rose-Red City" for beautiful rock colors Tombs carved in the walls "It's Free to Look", "Have a look it costs Free", "Happy Hour here". Just some of the catchy phrases from vendors at Petra
Valley of Petra Ancient Artifacts of Petra Ceiling inside the Tombs
Crazy stone colorings and texture, Petra known as "Rose-Red City" for beautiful rock colors Hope the Donkey doesn't jump!
The Theatre Villager and his cattle living in the cave Donkey rides
Exhaustion from the heat at Petra Sleepy, Sleepy vendor This vendor is nowhere to be found, must be sleeping in a cave somewhere
Gorgeous views at the High Place of Sacrafice I think he wants our empty bag of food Dramatic views of Petra
Resting and taking it all in at Petra The Serenity of Petra Incredible views around Petra
Boots and Sneakers got a good cleaning after sandy days walking through Petra Wadi Musa, town to stay while visiting Petra Wadi Musa, near Petra
Yummy dinner at Turkish Restaurant after long day at Petra  
Photos 1 - 71 out of 71 | Back to Albums
Description: Ancient City, Nabateans, The Treasury, Monastery, Urn Tom
Location: Petra

Share on TwitterSubmit to StumbleUponShare via email
Advertise Here
amman angkor wat aqaba baltic region baltics bangkok ban lung banlung baroque burma cambodia chiang mai christian Czech republic Eco tourism El camino El camino de Santiago espana israel jordan karak koh lanta ko phi phi ko rok ko tao kyat Lithuania madaba malaysia mount nebo mt. nebo myanmar nangyuan Ratanakiri shanti lodge siem reap snorkeling Spain St. James thailand trekking vietnam wine wine country winery
Advertise Here

Photo Albums

Now Reading

Planned books:

Current books:

  • Lies My Teacher told Me

    Lies My Teacher told Me by James Loewwen

  • Camino Chronicle: Walking to Santiago

    Camino Chronicle: Walking to Santiago by Susan Alcorn

  • Walking Guide to the Camino de Santiago History Culture Architecture: from St Jean Pied de Port to S

    Walking Guide to the Camino de Santiago History Culture Architecture: from St Jean Pied de Port to S by Mr Gerald Kelly

  • The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment

    The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle

Recent books:

View full Library