Visit Petra – 26 Reasons Why Petra Should Be On Your Bucket List
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Becki from Meet Me In Departures
Adventure travel blogger with a big addiction to the World. An ex-rat-racer who was fed up with sleep-work-eat-repeat materialistic mentality that plagues modern living.
I love anything to do with off-beat travel, abandoned places, temples & ruins, street art, wildlife in its natural habitat, adventure sport.....basically anything but the 9-5!
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Emman Damian
19 Jun 2019Petra, Jordan has been in my travel bucket list for ages! I have been keen in traveling to this place since 2013! I also want to see The Monastery (Ad Deir) because I heard so many great stories about it. I find it interesting too.
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
20 Jun 2019There must be so many stories surrounding The Monastery, hundreds of years worth of stories. Can you imagine?!
Maggie
19 Jun 2019Petra has been on my bucket list for as long as I can remember, how awesome that you got to see it in person! I love your photos too, so crisp and clear! I’m pinning this to save for later, so much great information!
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
20 Jun 2019Yes, I agree. Until I visited Petra, it had been on my bucket list for years. It was worth the wait.
Lisa
19 Jun 2019What a fantastic and detailed guide about Petra, you had me at the title! I’m in awe of the tombs and the structures still in place here; the Urn Tomb really is amazing. I also appreciate your tip about not forgetting your passport, and about buying the Jordan Pass before visiting the country. I’d also like to visit very early, to beat the crowds and the heat too!
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
20 Jun 2019Isn’t it just amamzing how the structures are still in place after all these centuries. I don’t think many modern buildings would stand that test of time.
Leah
19 Jun 2019Petra is a destination that I definitely want to visit- and hopefully soon! I loved borwsing through your photos and reading about your time there. The Urn and Corinthian Tombs especially caught my eye. Those red rocks are really beautiful! I would love to see Petra at night. Your description sounds beautiful!
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
20 Jun 2019The red rocks are beautiful, when you visit check out how the colour of the red intensifies with the sunrise and sunset, you won’t be disappointed.
wanders miles
20 Jun 2019I loved Petra when I visited, how can you not love it? I was on a group tour so I missed some of the tombs you have pointed out, it’s a really thorough post, I’d love to go back do this on my own. I got the Jordan Pass too!
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
20 Jun 2019I know right, I think everyone who’s been has fallen in love with Petra. You’ve got another reason to go back 😉
the trraveller
21 Jun 2019I must admit that visiting Petra in one of my bucket list destinations and your post has only made me want to pack and go. Quite rightly as you have mentioned in your post there is so much more here then just the treasury. I would love to spend the full 3 days discovering the place at my own pace. I always believe in buying passes from an official source and not taking chances with promotions and offers. This is a photographers paradise and some of your visuals to confirm this. I would love to visit on the evening with the views of the light up heritage sight looking mesmerising . thanks for a detailed post. amar singh
amar singh
21 Jun 2019I must admit that visiting Petra in one of my bucket list destinations and your post has only made me want to pack and go. Quite rightly as you have mentioned in your post there is so much more here then just the treasury. I would love to spend the full 3 days discovering the place at my own pace. I always believe in buying passes from an official source and not taking chances with promotions and offers. This is a photographers paradise and some of your visuals to confirm this. I would love to visit on the evening with the views of the light up heritage sight looking mesmerising . thanks for a detailed post.
travelswithalbertine
22 Jun 2019Great post. I loved the way you guided the reader through the site making them feel like they were there with you.
Sinjana
22 Jun 2019Whenever I see these historic sites I feel like these buildings have so many stories to tell. They have been there for centuries, withstanding storms, rains and even earthquakes. Your pictures just rekindled the same thoughts in my mind.
Chantell
22 Jun 2019Okay, you’ve convinced me! As if the photos weren’t enough – these are 26 amazing reasons to visit Petra. I appreciate the details about the tickets too – it helps people to know what to expect and costs. It’s interesting how they have the multiple day passes – it reminds me a little of Angor Wat in that sense which most people usually do in one, two, or three days depending on much they love temples. Thanks for sharing!
Zoe | Together In Transit
22 Jun 2019Gorgeous photos as always Becki! Petra is a gorgeous place to visit, with many of my close friends also visiting in the last 2 years. I still need to make time and visit myself, but this post is very convincing to book a trip asap!!
Maartje Hensen
22 Jun 2019Aaaawh I really want to visit Petra! Want to book that flight right away ;). Love your beautiful pictures!
Brianna | curioustravelbug
22 Jun 2019Petra has been on my wishlist for a long time! There is even more ruins at Petra than I realized, it looks like fantastic place to explore. It’s really neat that they light the treasury up by candlelight at nighttime, that looks like a really special experience. Did you do all of this in two days?
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
22 Jun 2019Yes. One day one I was at the gate for 6am. I did the Treasury first followed by the Monastery. Then went back to do the other main parts before hiking up to the look out point. I left at about 5pm having walked about 35km. I went back on that same evening to see the lights. The the following day I had a later start, and did the more off the beaten track as I knew it wouldn’t be busy there, so I did the High Place of Sacrifice and the trails that lead out from there. It’s a rush to see everything on just 1 day, so I was glad I bought a 2 day pass.
Brianna | curioustravelbug
22 Jun 2019Wow, the first day is a lot of walking, definitely need 2 days! Sounds like a fantastic trip 🙂
Fiona Lawless
22 Jun 2019Definitely somewhere we want to visit, but wow had no idea a pass was that expensive! We would definitely go with the 2 or 3 day pass, if you’re already paying that much and if time isn’t of the essence, why feel rushed for an extra few quid? Thanks for putting together such a comprehensive guide.
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
22 Jun 2019I know. The price is eye-watering compared to other attractions in the country. Like you said, it’s deff worth paying they little bit extra to have extra days. But yes, it’s certainly not a budget place to visit.
pip_says
22 Jun 2019Love the sound of the Treasury by candlelight, what a unique activity. A trip to Jordan is so high on my list. It sounds quite pricey so I guess it’s going to take some planning. xx
Archana Singh
22 Jun 2019Petra has been on my travel list for ages. every time I plan something or the other happens. I mean those red rocks look so outworldly. I have read so much about Petra and I am really keen on visiting the Treasury & I’ll make sure to take a 2-3 days pass.
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
22 Jun 2019With the multi day pass you’ll have so many more opportunities to see it in different shades of red as the sunlight changes. Sometimes they are more yellow, other times of the day more orange and then the gorgeous red colours as the sun is rising or going down. Enjoy 🙂
kad8585
22 Jun 2019I always wanted to visit Petra but I had no idea it was this amazing! So neat to see the Lion Fountain. Can’t wait to get there since I’ve wanted to go since I saw it in Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.
Shaily
23 Jun 2019I have a special affinity for ruins and for that very reason, Petra is high up on my bucket list. My words can’t explain how mesmerized I am after reading your post. There are so many fascinating ruins to see in Petra – each telling an intriguing story of a bygone era. The Obelisk tomb, the dam that was built to protect the city from floods, the auditorium with seats for 4000 spectators, the royal tombs, the ruins of the great temple – everything has an interesting tale to tell. The 40-metres high treasury is simply jaw-dropping. I wish they allow you to go inside to explore those secret chambers. A 450-year-old juniper tree? Wow! It’s so great to know so many facts about Petra. All your photographs are stunning and they perfectly justify the beauty of those ruins.
Ruth Murdoch
23 Jun 2019Stunning photos and now this is a must on my bucket list. Thanks for such a detailed post and bringing this alive for us. Well written.
Andreja
24 Jun 2019Wow thats a really in-depth guide of Petra! I had no idea this place is so massive! And also havent heard of night Petra – something that I will definitely do, when I visit Petra – hopwfully soon!
nancywill2017
2 Oct 2019While I’m not a morning person, visiting places such as these before the crowds hit are a must. I love so many of these views – hard to pick a favorite. But, I think for me the above view of The Treasury is a must.
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
2 Oct 2019It’s the classic view that everyone should see 🙂 it’s worth the climb up whichever viewpoint you go to 😀
3sistersabroad
23 Nov 2019The eldest of us 3 sisters has visited this amazing place. Back in 1997 I think they her hubby and her did a cruise down the Nile. She said you could see the army standing guard on horses and camels along the river to protect them. She does want to go back there one day.
Lisa
23 Nov 2019Absolutely stunning photos Becki. Petra has been on our bucket list for a long time now and your post has made be put it back up to the to of the list. So many things to do there!
Jen Mostert
23 Nov 2019Petra was on my bucket list for ages! We were planning to head there a couple of years ago but the trip got aborted due to that boring thing called life. Thanks for reminding me to put it back on the list.
whereivebeentravel
23 Nov 2019Jordan is on my bucket list! I told my husband last night we were going next year. It probably won’t be that soon but when the time comes I’ll have your incredibly helpful guide for visiting Petra. Thanks!
on2continents
23 Nov 2019Thanks for the informative article, it’ll help me plan my trip to Petra. I’ll definitely do the 6 am entry and the night visit.
Julien Casanova
24 Nov 2019Wow, what an amazing UNESCO site to visit! Thanks for the travel inspiration 🙂
DoiBedouin
19 Mar 2020This is on my bucket list. I just love everything about Petra,
Becki from Meet Me In Departures
2 Apr 2020You’re right, it was on my bucket list for years. I’ll go back again one day. I never got to see Little Petra, so I’d certainly add that to my itinerary next time along with more time in Wadi Rum desert.
thegoldencamp
5 Jun 2021Nice post……