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February 08, 2014 · Travel Tips

Do Before You Die: The Carved Sandstone City Of Petra, Jordan

Petra was carved out of red sandstone in the 3rd century BC by the Nabateans. The only entrance to the city is through a long, narrow gorge, known as the 'siq' which stretches for about 2km and sometimes no wider than a couple of metres.

by Ashley Sneddon