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The Treasury (Al-Khazneh) carved into rose-red rock at Petra

Destinations

Petra

The Nabataeans carved this city straight into rose-red sandstone more than 2,000 years ago. Walk the narrow Siq to the Treasury, then climb to the Monastery for the view.

Best for

  • History
  • Photography
  • Walking

When to go

Petra

  1. January: Cold
  2. February: Rainy
  3. March: Good
  4. April: Great
  5. May: Great
  6. June: Good
  7. July: Hot
  8. August: Hot
  9. September: Good
  10. October: Great
  11. November: Great
  12. December: Cold

Legend

  • Great
  • Good
  • Hot
  • Cold
  • Rainy

A general guide only — conditions vary from year to year.

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