Petra!

Petra is an historic site that is over 2000 years old. It is an entire city carved out of sandstone. It was inhabited by the Nabateans and it prospered in the 1st century BC through the 1st century AD. The Nabateans were traders so the city was situated along a major trading route. I’m going to post some of Tim’s photos because my descriptions will fall short. The walk in and out was about seven miles.

Beginning of the walk
Nobel’s Tombs
Obelisk Tombs
Tombs
Caper Plant

Our tour leader grew up in Petra. Bedouins inhabited the caves in Petra until the mid 1980’s when Petra became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. His family lived in one of the caves until he was 12. His mother would send him out to pick capers. He also rode the donkey to school each day.

Walking through the slot canyon or Siq
The Treasury, thought to be a leader’s tomb
Camels available to ride
Donkeys you could ride
The Theater
The church built in 5th century when Christianity came to the area
Coffee anyone? The coffee was flavored with cardamom.

This post could be very long with all the photos that Tim took. It was an amazing and unique site.

Selfie with Nancy and Kathy
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  1. Millie Anderson's avatar Millie Anderson says:
    September 8, 2023 at 4:23 pm

    What an amazing historical site and how wonderful to see it in person!
    Millie & Rich

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    1. Tiim & Kathy's avatar Tiim & Kathy says:
      September 8, 2023 at 5:57 pm

      Thanks, Millie and Rich. It was really amazing. I’ve wanted to go to Petra for a long time. It did not disappoint.

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  2. Illis!'s avatar Illis! says:
    September 11, 2023 at 4:32 pm

    I love the camels! They look so important! And, probably some Attitude! The pictures are great! Beautiful buildings and flowers. Awesome! Thanks!

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