Petra

by Guy Rachet

The city of Petra is the glittering jewl of Jordan and one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. Hiden between steep-sided mountains, the city was originallyu founded by the Nabataeans as a point along the century-old caravan route running between the Red SEa and the Dead Sea. Travellers who come to discover Petra cannot fail to be mesmerised by this splendid and spectacular city carved into the rock.

95 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Anti Wibawa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superb book about ancient city of Petra! Excellent photographs and well written. I bought this book at the hotel's book counter. My lil daughter found it the only English translation on shelf. love it!!!

[Abigail Clark · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although there was little writing, the photographs were amazing. It's a great reference books to remember my travels!