Located in Jordan , the city of Petra is an ancient city whose origins date back to 1200 BC. However, it is estimated that its construction began around 312 BC Accessing it is not as simple as it might seem, since it is located east of the Arava Valley and south of the Dead Sea , being necessary to travel about 80 kilometers in this address.
The peculiarity of this city and what makes it such an attractive tourist place is the way and the place in which it rises. Its constructions were made on the immense rocks of the hills of the valley in which it is located. Hence the name of Petra which in Greek means "stone". It is a perfect location for a place like this, as these hills protect it from wind storms.
To this day, Petra is one of the most impressive cities in the ancient world that we can enjoy. The city is a place of great beauty and impressive constructions . Which is why it has been recognized as one of the monuments of humanity and is included in the list of the seven wonders of the modern world. It is a symbol of great ingenuity and artistic ability.
Also if you travel to this city you can find treasures of many of the ancient civilizations, since Petra reflects both the art of Rome, as well as that of Greece and the West. Its Greco-Roman style and the engravings that were made in it stand out. Sculptures and eagles are found both inside and outside the building. Therefore, this is an ideal destination for all those who are intrigued to know the millenary and love the beauty of the ancient.