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nakayu
Posted on Tue 16th of Sep 2008, 03:52 AM

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Do u have any idea about Petra?
Any good tips?

Thanks lol
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Posted on Tue 16th of Sep 2008, 06:12 AM

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nakayu wrote:
Do u have any idea about Petra?
Any good tips?

Thanks lol


Do you mean Petra in Jordan ?
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Posted on Tue 16th of Sep 2008, 06:22 AM

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History of Petra

What is Petra?
Petra (means rock in Greek, Arabic)is an archeological site in Jordan which lying on the slope of Mount Hor in a basin among the mountains which form the eastern flank of Arabah (Wadi Araba), the large valley running from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba. It is renowned for its rock-cut architecture.

Actually this site was unknown until it was discovered by Swiss explorer.
On December 6, 1985, Petra was designated a World Heritage Site.

Later on July 7, 2007, Petra was named one of New Open World Corporation's New Seven Wonders of the World. <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Petra>
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Posted on Tue 16th of Sep 2008, 11:05 AM

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Petra was actually discovered in the year 1812 by Johann Ludwig Burckhardt. All I can say it's absolutely amazing and definitely worth a wonder. the archaeological site of Petra is rumored to contain the treasures of a Pharaoh, specifically in an urn. The best way would be to get to the place and find it! wink_smile

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Posted on Wed 17th of Sep 2008, 10:49 AM

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Thanks guys! lol

I have few more questions.
What is the best way to go to Petra from Amman? and When should be the best time to visit?
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Posted on Mon 22nd of Sep 2008, 02:47 AM

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nakayu wrote:
Thanks guys! lol

I have few more questions.
What is the best way to go to Petra from Amman? and When should be the best time to visit?



There are several option reach there from Amman. You can take a minibus from Wadabat bus station in Amman that it costs about 3 JD with out extra charge for your luggage.manga

Another option is hiring a private taxi.wink_smile

But I think the best way to reach there is by private car.lol It's gonna be fun!!! and there are many car rent office in Amman.

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Posted on Mon 22nd of Sep 2008, 03:38 AM

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nakayu wrote:
Thanks guys! lol

I have few more questions.
What is the best way to go to Petra from Amman? and When should be the best time to visit?



I've just got about climate at Jordan. Summers are hot, with temperatures reaching 36°Cshocked and Winters are cold, strong wind and rain or snowmanga. Is that true?

What about spring and autumn? Is it the best time to explore the country?lol2

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