Petra, Jordan is one of the world’s seven wonders, with millions of tourists visiting every year. This half-built, half-carved into the rock building structure is one of the world’s most famous archeological sites, where ancient Eastern tradition and Hellenistic architecture meet. Here are some reasons why Petra is so fascinating.
It’s Location
Petra is the situation between the Red Sea and the Dead Sea. It has been inhabited since prehistoric times. It is between rocks and mountains with gorges and passages to get by. It is almost impossible to see to the naked eye due to its hidden location. The inhabitant created a water management system that allowed extensive settlement during the Nabataen, Roman, and Byzantine periods. Petra is one of the world’s richest and largest archeological sites in red sandstone landscapes.
Ancient Hub
Petra can be understood as a place that was a cultural ‘hub’ during prehistoric times. During the Hellenistic and Roman times, Petra became the place to get incense from Arabia, silk from China, and even spices from India. It sits at the crossroads between Arabia, Egypt, and Syria-Phoenicia.
High in Value
The Universal Value of Petra is due to the vast and extensive tombs and temples. Religious high places, tunnels, and diversion dams are combined with a network of reservoirs and streams to control and conserve water in the rainy seasons.