Petra

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by Diego Delso

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Petra, located in the Wadi Musa region of Jordan, is a historical and archaeological city renowned for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system. Often referred to as the "Rose City" due to the color of the stone from which it is carved, Petra was established as early as 312 BC as the capital city of the Nabataeans. The city is a symbol of Jordan and its most-visited tourist attraction, featuring remarkable structures such as the Treasury (Al-Khazneh), the Monastery (Ad-Deir), and the Roman Theater. Petra was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985 and is considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

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