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Petra #1
Petra is renowned for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system. It was the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom and a major trading hub. Known as the "Rose City" due to the color of the stone, Petra is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world.
Name
Petra
Location
Ma'an Governorate, Jordan
Year Established
5th Century BC
Type
Archaeological site
Architectural Style
Nabataean architecture
Materials Used
Sandstone rock
Size
264 square kilometers
Condition
Varies from well-preserved to partially eroded
Design Features
Rock-cut tombs and temples
The Treasury (Al-Khazneh)
The Monastery (Ad Deir)
The Siq (a narrow gorge leading to Petra)
The Great Temple
Colonnaded streets and water channels
Founders
Nabataeans
Original Purpose
Served as the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom and a major center for trade and commerce
Current Use
Major tourist attraction and archaeological research site
UNESCO Status
Yes