In its prime, Petra was one of the most lavish cities in history—more Las Vegas than Athens. Accustomed to tents, the early Nabateans had no significant building traditions, so with their sudden ...

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 ...

Less than a century after it was rediscovered, National Geographic's correspondent explored the ruins of Petra and found its beauty almost indescribable. The Dier, or Monastery, Petra. Notice the ...

Petra and its lost ancient civilisation has perplexed researchers for years. It was once a thriving hub of politics, culture and economics — one of the most important waypoints of the region. The ...

Imagine walking into Petra, Jordan without the hustle and bustle of tourists clamoring over each other for photos and mule ...

Petra is the lost Middle Eastern civilisation that has stunned archaeologists for decades. It was once the centre of the world, a hub of politics, culture and finance. When the Silk Road — the passage ...