Petra in Colour

1. Petra

Chiselled into out-of-the-way cliffs, the buildings of Petra lay forgotten for centuries.

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2. Camels

Riding a camel is a good way to pace through the heart of Petra.

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3. Treasury (Al Khazneh)

The Treasury, an astonishing piece of craftsmanship, served as a tomb for the Nabataean King Aretas III, and is now where most visitors fall in love with Petra.

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4. Rock tombs

Petra’s rock tombs were carved into the sandstone and date back to the 3rd century BC.

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