Petra was carved into rose-red cliffs by Nabataeans
Over 2,000 years ago, the Nabataeans carved the extraordinary city of Petra into rose-red cliffs, showcasing remarkable engineering and artistry that still captivates today.
Petra, an ancient city in southern Jordan, was masterfully carved directly into vibrant rose-red cliffs by the Nabataeans over two millennia ago. This nomadic Arab people established Petra as their capital by the 4th century BCE, transforming the arid desert into a thriving hub on the incense trade routes.
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