Amabel Buck, Junior stuff reporter/ Weird for Adventure
With the ancient city of Petra flooding Instagram feeds everywhere, it’s not surprising more and more people have added it to their must-visit list. Dubbed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, the ancient city of Petra was made famous by the final instalment of the epic Indiana Jones movies, in which the incredible site carved into the red rock of the mountains was featured.
*Why you should visit Petra
Nothing can quite prepare you for the incredible scale of Petra. The front entrance takes you through narrow, towering canyons that make you feel like you’re starring in your own film, while the first glimpse of the Treasury feels as awe-inspiring as it must have been for Johann Ludwig Burckhardt when he first discovered the city several centuries ago.
* How to get to the ancient city of Petra
First things first, you’ll need to figure out the logistics of getting there. For many, the most feasible flights from the UK land in Amman, the capital of Jordan and where most tour operators travelling to Petra depart from.
* When is the best time to visit the ancient city of Petra?
The ancient city of Petra is found deep within the barren desert landscapes of southern Jordan and can therefore be an overwhelmingly hot place to visit in the peak of summer. Your best bet is to visit during spring (March to May) or autumn (September to November), where daytime temperatures are a manageable 18-25C.