Petra

Petra or the Rose City as it is commonly called gets its nickname from the pink sand cliffs, which surround it. For anybody travelling to Jordan, Petra must top the list of things to do there. Make sure to reach this UNESCO heritage site as early as you can. This way, you get to enjoy the place while it is less crowded and the sun is not too high. The light at that time is perfect, so you can get good photos too. Keep a whole day aside to explore Petra.
The walk is a bit long and steep. Expect to walk around 8 kilometres past the Treasury (the most famous structure) to reach the main sites and then back. One needs to be quite fit to make it there but in the end, it is all worth it. It’s a spectacular sight and there is just so much to see there. You name it and Petra has it all – ancient architecture, camel and horse rides, buggy and donkey rides.

One of our most surreal experiences at Petra was our meeting with Mofleh Bdoul, the sole Bedouin who refused to leave despite pressure. He sells tea from his cave and tells stories to people who are willing to listen. He speaks English fluently and it is mesmerizing to hear him speak about the ruins.
Petra is a perfect blend of natural beauty and archaeology. It is unique and should definitely be on your bucket list- the views are stunning, local people friendly and the whole trip also provides some much needed exercise on holiday. Go to Petra for the magical sunrise and sunset, for the lovely people, for the amazing view and we promise you that it will surpass your expectations.