[2024 Petra Attraction] Travel Guide for Little Petra (Updated Dec)

Beautiful Landscapes Surrounding Al-Baydha

The landscapes of Al-Baydha just outside of Little Petra are breathtaking, with wind-eroded cliffs surrounding the valley. The surrounding area is as captivating as the site itself and offers diverse and dramatic views of Jordan’s natural beauty. The rugged terrain around Little Petra offers a fascinating insight into the natural history and geology of the region. From the ancient rock formations, shaped over millions of years by wind and water, to the unique ecosystems that have evolved to survive in this challenging environment, there is much to discover and explore. For those seeking a unique experience, consider staying in a bubble hotel camp, which offers a unique opportunity to sleep under the stars in a "bubble" room, providing a panoramic view of the stunning desert landscape. #christmastrip

Take a stroll in Little Petra.

Little Petra is located 9 kilometers north of Petra, and it takes about 13 minutes to drive there from Petra. The Jordanians know it as Siq al-Barid, which translates to Cold Canyon. It's called this because Little Petra gets colder as you walk further inside, due to its very narrow entrance, which is only about 6-7 steps wide. Little Petra was built by the Nabataeans in the 1st century CE. There is ample parking, and entry is free without needing a Jordan pass.

Petra, a must-visit destination in Jordan

📍Jordan Petra 🚗You can travel from Amman to Petra by JETT bus (10JD) It's tiring, but I've done a round trip on the same day. Departing at dawn and arriving at night. 🕠Opening hours: Summer 6:00-18:00/Winter 6:00-16:00 (Check the operating hours for Night Petra separately) 💵Entrance fee: 50JD per day/1JD for locals or foreigners with residence permits ▫️Before Christ, Petra was the capital of the Nabatean kingdom, and it is said that these Nabateans built Al Khazneh. ▫️They say that water used to flow here, and traces of it remain on the roadside. ✔️It feels much farther from the Petra ticket office to Al Khazneh than you think. (If you go in the summer, it's really hot🥵 I gave a tip and rode a horse to reduce my stamina. ✔️They ask for a tip to go up the hill, saying that an expert should guide you. If you go up that hill, you can take pretty pictures with the Al Khazneh view. (You should also give a tip when taking pictures here.) ✔️You can ride a donkey on the way up the other hill past Al Khazneh. I rode a donkey without thinking, but the road was quite steep, so I had to rely on the donkey to go up without any safety equipment, and it was scary🤧The donkey looked tired too.😢 I didn't ride a donkey when I visited Petra after that... #TouristAttractionReview #JordanTravel #MiddleEastTravel #Petra #OverseasTravel

Discover the Triclinium at Little Petra

Nestled in the arid, mountainous desert region of Jordan, just 8 kilometres north of Petra, lies the archaeological gem known as Little Petra. This Nabataean site, also known as Siq al-Barid, meaning “the cold canyon”, is a testament to the grandeur of ancient civilizations. One of the most intriguing features of Little Petra is the Triclinium. The term “Triclinium” translates to “three benches” in Latin. Contrary to popular belief, these chambers were not used for honouring the dead. Instead, they served as banquet halls for special guests and were the venues for ‘symposia’ meetings. The site is part of the Petra Archeological Park and is included in Petra’s inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is often visited by tourists in conjunction with Petra itself, since it is free and usually less crowded. #tripblazers

Explore the Area around Little Petra

After making an introduction to the uniquely carved into-stone Nabataean temples at Little Petra, it is definitely a good idea to follow the way out of the canyon, also known as Siq al-Barid, on the other side. After passing by the Painted Biclinium and following the steep stone staircase going up to the viewpoint, there are stairs leading down into the valley of beautiful sandstone mountains. Although the trail is not clearly recognisable, it is easy to follow the riverbed towards the west. The hike is easy and peaceful as many tourists are not curious enough to explore nature just outside the popular destination. Nearby you can find the Al Beidha archaeological site and the trail going to the “backdoor” of the Monastery. #tripblazers

Little Petra

Little Petra is exactly what it means. Short walk about 1h both ways. Small stone building nothing really as spectacular as the main Petra but on the other side less people and if you do not have time to go to Petra it can be substituted. Although do not expect the same feeling canyons buildings and the feel of real Petra. If you have been in main Petra then you can skip it.

Walking on the high slopes of Jordan, looking for the disappearing Nabat civilization, the city of roses [Petra] . The ancient city of Petra is the most long-awaited place I have come to Jordan. It is the location of "Raiders of the Lost Ark" and is one of Jordan's most prestigious monuments, along with the Great Wall and the Taj Mahal. Known as the Seven Wonders of the World. Because of the special geographical features of the ancient city, the rocks of the site have a coral-like reddish hue, and under the sunlight, natural reflections are dazzling. Since then, people have given it a very beautiful name, "City of Roses". The most famous in the ancient city is the "Kazni Temple" in Figure 5. In the first century BC, how did the Arab nomadic Nabateans build this majestic temple? The meaning of the patterns and words on the stone cliff is still a mystery. The general tour group is almost over before you bring everyone to the temple, but I want Amway to be a top secret private photo spot! From an ancient hiking trail behind the Royal tomb, climb all the way up, about two hours, you can reach the top of the mountain overlooking the temple, is also the ins network red punch card holy place! The walking process is desperate, but the result is definitely sweat back! When a wild travel blogger is not easy, I walked for 9 hours in the ancient city, jumping up and down with my hands and feet, crawling over the cliffs of the temple and sharing it with everyone!