Less than a century after it was rediscovered, National Geographic's correspondent explored the ruins of Petra and found its ...

Petra, in southern Jordan, is a love letter to human civilisation from a long-lost empire. The Nabataeans, a nomadic Arabic people, began chiselling away at the natural sandstone surroundings around 2 ...

Traveling to Petra, Jordan, is a journey into an ancient world filled with awe-inspiring architecture, rich history, and breathtaking landscapes. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an adventurer, or ...

On Aug. 22, 1812, young Swiss explorer Johann Burckhardt tricked his way into the lost city of Petra, the forgotten capital of the ancient Nabataean civilization. The formerly nomadic Nabataeans had ...

“Get Out There” is a column for itchy footed humans written by long-time Paste contributor Blake Snow. Although different now, travel is better than ever. Today we hike to Petra. As one of the Seven ...

Imagine walking into Petra, Jordan without the hustle and bustle of tourists clamoring over each other for photos and mule handlers and souvenir stall sellers harassing you for business? You’ll get it ...

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Built over 2,000 years ago, the iconic desert city continues to mesmerize tourists and archaeologists alike. Ad Deir, or the Monastery, is one of Petra's many facades carved out of sandstone in Wadi ...