Explore Ancient Passages In Petra

Explore the ancient passages of the hidden city of Petra. It all begins by an impressive walk through the Al Sig. This Eastern entrance leads steeply down into a narrow and dim gorge called Al Sig. It is less than 10 feet wide in places. Al Sig was formed when a natural geological event caused a deep slice in the sandstone cliffs. It was also the water-way that flowed into Wadi Musa.

It is at the end of this amazing Al Sig that you will find an enormous and elaborate ruin, called Al Khazneh or The Treasury. Carved deep into the sandstone, The Treasury is waiting to be explored. It’s rooms and spacious areas present plenty of opportunity for an active imagination to work. Take a walk in the steps of the Nabataeans. Explore the many areas of the Al Khazneh. It is waiting to be explored. It is beautiful! It is beyond words! Step back in time and let the history of the Nabataean people come alive.

Passed the Al Khazneh or The Treasury is the mountain of En-Nejr. At the foot of this magnificent mountain is a massive and ornate theater. Take time to wander from room to room and let your imagination go. What was each area used for? What did the theater have in the name of entertainment? Once you make your way to the theater, you will also begin seeing all the many tombs. Explore each and every room! Explore the many tombs and caves! This is adventure in the making. This is the point where the beautiful valley opens out into the desert below. The city begins to come into view. The effect is breathtaking!

Cut deep into the side of the mountain is the ominousness amphitheater. Be sure to explore the gaps in the walls and all the hidden rooms. Explore the deep fissures! Explore the different rooms of the hidden village. Reach out and explore this ancient city, one that is often referred to as the cleft of the rock. It was called a city of refuge! A city that was a natural fortress. This is the hidden city of Petra!

The Nabataeans were worshipers of the ancient Arab gods and goddesses. These were the gods of the pre-Islamic period. They also worshiped a few kings which they deified. Throughout the Al Sig and the city proper, you will find examples of this type of sun-earth worship. You will find niches where these gods were housed. Explore the rocks near the niches. This is the sight of real worship and love for gods of another time and place. Dare to explore! Your adventure is just beginning!

Take time to climb the stairs to the old Monastery. It is absolutely amazing! Climb over the rocks and into rooms of tranquility. If the walls could talk, what would they say? There are approximately 850 stairs leading to this story-book monastery. Glean the history! It is everywhere! Even the walls bounce off and record the astonishing history of the area!

If you enjoy adventure, join us as we explore the caves, nooks, and the city proper that was lost for hundreds of years. This is the year to explore the the ancient city of Petra.

Journey Through Petra With Our Team

Journey through Petra with the Explore Traveler Team. Petra is an amazing archaeological wonder. Built with skill and precision, the Hellenistic architecture is unbelievable. Journey through Petra’s streets , explore the caves, and discover Al Khazneh or The Treasury. The Explore Traveler Team is excited, as we move through this ancient city. This mysterious city that was lost for centuries, but now it is alive with exploration. The journey through Petra takes on many forms. It begins in a wide valley known as Bab as-Siq. It is the gateway to Al Sig. It continues with either a walk through Al Sig (which means shaft) or a donkey cart ride through Al Sig. In many places Al Sig is only 9.8 feet wide. It is a natural geological fault split open by the movement of the Tectonic plates deep in the earth. Al Sig is the path to this astonishing ancient city. It is a journey through Petra, that begins by the long walk through the colorful Al Sig. As you journey through Al Sig, you will see beautiful votive niches for the gods. This would lead us to believe that this narrow shaft was a sacred path. Al Sig was a place of worship for the Nabataeans, as they made their journey home. Al Sig was also the main caravan entrance into Petra.

It was this complex Sig or path through the mountain of sandstone, that kept the secrets of this city for hundreds of years. As you Journey through Petra and Al sig, you will notice many underground chambers. It is not yet clear what they were used for, but archaeologists now believe that they housed the guards that defended this beautiful and complex city. You will also see parts of their water system. The water system was destroyed by one of their earthquakes. The journey through Petra and Al Sig is just the beginning of your adventure.

As the Team leaves the dim and narrow walkway of Al Sig , they come out into a plaza and face-to-face with Al Khazneh or The Treasury. The sight is unbelievable. You are uniquely confronting one of the most fantastic buildings ever made. Just think , this was hand-carved out of sandstone. Every fine detail was carved by hand. The building is enormous and several stories high. This was the work of expert builders and artisans.

Climb over the rocks and discover incredible caves. These caves were at one time places of burial but are now often homes. The Bedouin people, who are mainly dwellers of the desert, have lived in these caves for hundred of years. Now, it is even possible to spend the night with a Bedouin family in their cave. Al-Bedoul, a Bedouin living in one of the near by caves. was also born there. When in Europe he was taken with the idea of the groups who stayed on couches in peoples homes. He came home and registered his cave with www.couchsurfers.com. You will never know what you will find in the caves. Perhaps you can spend the night.

Another amazing must do in Petra is the 850 steps to where the rocks meet the sky. Here you will discover Al-Deir Monastery. It is at the top and is breathtaking. What amazing views of all of Petra and the surrounding desert. This taxing journey is worth every minute of the climb. Al-Deir Monastery is the largest of the monuments in Petra. The Journey through Petra is not complete till you reach the top. The journey is difficult, but the reward is great. Al-Deir Monastery is magnificent. Many locals consider this to be the end of the world. You will also find a cafe at the top and a recovery cave. The cafe serves lunch, chips, and juices. There are no restrooms on site, however. There is also no place to hide. So it is best to remember to use the facilities at the bottom of the climb.

If you desire to make this the year for real adventure, then Jordan is your destination. Wadi Rum, Little Petra, and Petra are just some of the unique treasures you will find. The people of Jordan are friendly and welcome you to come and visit. There is nothing like Jordan anywhere in the world. It is unique. So make this the year you discover the secrets of Petra and the awesome Wadi Rum. If you get tired of climbing, grab a camel, there are lots for hire. Make this the year you journey through Petra.

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