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 | The Top of the Monastery at Petra in Jordan | The Monastery towers above the visitor. Take time to appreciate the achievement of its creation from a distance and up close. |
|  | The Monastery at Petra in Jordan | The sight of this impressive monument is worth the effort of the 220m climb. The Monastery is 50m tall and carved from the solid rock at the top of the well-trodden steps. |
|  | Royal Tombs at Petra in Jordan | These facades are carved into the East Cliff. Visitors can climb the steps to take a closer look. |
|  | Nabatean "house" at Petra in Jordan | The construction of this dwelling allowed for a fire to be lit in the entrance at night for warmth and protection from wild animals. |
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|  | Upper Half of the Treasury at Petra in Jordan | The small square holes to the sides of the monument were used to support the wooden scaffolding. |
|  | Lower Half of the Treasury at Petra in Jordan | The monuments at Petra were carved out of the red sandstone. Visitors can hire camels to cross the city or wander on foot. |
|  | The Treasury at Petra in Jordan | Situated opposite the main entrance to Petra, the Treasury is one of the most impressive monuments in the rose-red city. |
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