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We opted to hike back to The Monastery which left no time to closely inspect The Royal Tombs on our way out of Petra. The Royal Tombs are visible from Petra's valley-floor pathway, and do make for a lovely photo-op, even from a distance. The close grouping of The Royal Tombs & their intricately carved facades are a beautiful site to behold. Inspect more closely if time-constraints prevent you from exploring the Petra Valley any further.…
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Date of experience: December 2019
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Some way up from the main road and certainly worth visiting, stunning colours on the walls and ceilings and must see.
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Date of experience: December 2019
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A collection of magnificent monuments known as the Royal Tombs is carved into the west-facing cliffs of Jebel Al Khubtha. They are thought to be the final resting place of Nabatean royalty, but like the rest of Petra, there is speculation as to the original intent of the structures. You can enter, but word of warning, some of them stink to high heaven from animal droppings. Don’t miss the ceiling of the Urn Tomb – spectacular! And be careful when you explore. The ground is uneven and rocky and there aren’t any safety railings. The best overall view is from across the valley. The colors of the rock are enhanced by the afternoon sun.…
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Date of experience: January 2020
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As always an exhausting way up but it is still highly recommended. Great place with wonderful natural colors especially the ceilings
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Date of experience: April 2019
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Visited Petra for the day. What an amazing place. This is a must see destination during your lifetime. Go Early. It is quite amazing once you have walked your way around the dusty, bendy and bumpy tracks to get to the heart of this ancient wonder. And boy be warned it is a LONG way and it is very hard work for us oldies. But once you reach The Treasury you just get that "WOW" factor and soak in all the amazement, and then it just carries on, and on.... the dust, the camels, the horses, the donkeys, the vendors, the hustle and bustle - Truly amazing. A MUST.…
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Date of experience: March 2020
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