Petra

The majority of Petra contains hundreds of tombs... in fact the most famous sight - Al-Khazneh (Treasury) as carved in the 1st century BC as a tomb of an important Nabataean king. 

Many interesting tombs contain chambers carved into the top of the sandstone cliffs.

 

 

There are miles of royal tombs, temples, a theater (which looks Roman, but is actually Nabataean) that holds 7000 (!), and an occasional coffee shop and gift store (really).   And, of course, many opportunities to ride camels...! 

 

 

The climate was warm - but not overwhelmingly hot.   The walk into Petra is mostly downhill - making for a hot and tiring trek out.  Although we could have ridden the donkeys or camels out - we decided to walk (actually, it was more of a slow jog as we were racing to get back to our driver to ensure we were back to Amman in time to work).  Needless to say, our legs were crazy tired the next day(s)!   It was a wonderful experience - highly recommended if you ever have the opportunity!   Now - it's off to Dubai!