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 ...

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 ...

“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 ...

Few destinations offer the exotic adventure, diverse culture, stunning landscapes and rich history afforded by a visit to Petra, Jordan. This jaw-dropping archaeological site located between the Dead ...

AMMAN — People around the world will soon be able to take virtual tours of the Kingdom’s rose-red city, Petra, according to Project Manger of the iHERITAGE: ICT Mediterranean platform for UNESCO ...

On July 7, Petra was declared one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Hewn from towering rock walls of multi-color sandstone, the fabled ancient city is an enduring testament to the vision of the ...