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Petra

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Ancient rock-cut historical city in Jordan

Petra, originally known to its inhabitants as Raqmu, is an ancient city and archaeological site in southern Jordan. Famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit systems, Petra is also called the "Rose City" because of the colour of the sandstone from which it is carved. The city is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Coordinates
38.624, -84.134
Timezone
America/New_York
Elevation
1350 m

Overview of Petra

Petra is a place in Kentucky, United States. Because it is northern-hemisphere, timing matters. It sits at about 1,350 m above sea level.

Getting there & around

Access Petra through a larger town in Kentucky; a car or bicycle makes the last leg simple. The local time zone is America/New_York.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Petra located?
Administratively, Petra sits in Kentucky, United States — handy when you group several destinations into one trip.

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