Pictures of Wadi Musa

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Get an in-depth insight into the history and culture of Petra to assist in appreciating the World Heritage Area that lies beyond its doors.

Wander down a narrow sandstone gorge and take in the fascinating buildings carved into the rock face of this mini version of the famous historic site of Petra. 

Wander down a narrow sandstone gorge and take in the fascinating buildings carved into the rock face of this mini version of the famous historic site of Petra. 

Get an in-depth insight into the history and culture of Petra to assist in appreciating the World Heritage Area that lies beyond its doors.

Pass through this ancient passage, study the old water pipes and watch the red walls begin to close overhead, before opening to reveal the Treasury.

One of the most famous sights in the whole of Petra, this row of tombs carved into steep cliffs is an architectural wonder in itself. 

Admire different styles of architecture and examine the craftsmanship of this ancient structure at the start of Petra, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed “Lost City” of Jordan.

On the path to the Siq are three sandstone behemoths whose meaning and functionality continue to baffle archaeologists millennia after their construction.

Rows of extraordinary palaces seem to grow from within the colorful mountain rock. Climb the stairs to reach these marvels of the world. 

Get an in-depth insight into the history and culture of Petra to assist in appreciating the World Heritage Area that lies beyond its doors.

Sheltered within a valley of red rocks is one of the world’s most famous façades. Marvel at the artistic details that remain crisp after more than 2,000 years. 

One of the most famous sights in the whole of Petra, this row of tombs carved into steep cliffs is an architectural wonder in itself. 

Wander down a narrow sandstone gorge and take in the fascinating buildings carved into the rock face of this mini version of the famous historic site of Petra. 

Pass through this ancient passage, study the old water pipes and watch the red walls begin to close overhead, before opening to reveal the Treasury.

Stand beneath ancient stone columns, admire the detail of the large mosaics or just take in the views from this 5th-century ruin.

One of the most famous sights in the whole of Petra, this row of tombs carved into steep cliffs is an architectural wonder in itself. 

Stand beneath ancient stone columns, admire the detail of the large mosaics or just take in the views from this 5th-century ruin.

One of the most famous sights in the whole of Petra, this row of tombs carved into steep cliffs is an architectural wonder in itself. 

Stand beneath ancient stone columns, admire the detail of the large mosaics or just take in the views from this 5th-century ruin.

One of the most famous sights in the whole of Petra, this row of tombs carved into steep cliffs is an architectural wonder in itself. 

Get an in-depth insight into the history and culture of Petra to assist in appreciating the World Heritage Area that lies beyond its doors.

Wander down a narrow sandstone gorge and take in the fascinating buildings carved into the rock face of this mini version of the famous historic site of Petra. 

Wander down a narrow sandstone gorge and take in the fascinating buildings carved into the rock face of this mini version of the famous historic site of Petra. 

Get an in-depth insight into the history and culture of Petra to assist in appreciating the World Heritage Area that lies beyond its doors.