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About Petra
- Petra, known as the "Rose City," is a captivating archaeological site in Jordan with stunning rock-cut buildings.
- The Treasury, an iconic structure in Petra, was intricately carved into pink sandstone cliffs and is believed to have had various purposes..
- Petra remained a well-kept secret for centuries until its rediscovery by Swiss explorer Johann Ludwig Burckhardt in 1812.
- Rock-cut tombs and buildings are a hallmark of Petra's architecture, displaying remarkable craftsmanship.
- The Siq is a narrow, winding canyon that leads visitors through dramatic sandstone walls to Petra's heart.
- This breathtaking site has appeared in films, most famously in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
- Petra has received UNESCO World Heritage status, protecting its cultural significance and historical value.
Facts About Jordan
Official Name:Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Capital: Amman
Population: 11,086,716
Area: 34,495 square miles (89,342 square kilometers)
Currency: Jordanian Dinar
Government: Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy
Head of State: King Abdullah II
Head of Government: Prime Minister Bisher al-Khasawneh
Language: Arabic
