Sidewalks of the rock city of Petra Jordan

The World Heritage Petra has a lot more to offer in addition to the typical sightseeing routes. If you have enough time, you can do one of the three Walking in the outskirts of Petra, but the small side paths within the center are also worthwhile to explore other sights.

To the tomb of Anesho

If you want to visit this rock tomb and its surroundings, you have to climb a side path. The path is not marked, but is used regularly by visitors. Coming from the main entrance, the grave is on the right-hand side at the end of the facade street above some caves. Either you look for a suitable path yourself or you entrust yourself to a local guide. Exploring this level includes that Uneishu tomb, its triclinium, other rock tombs, as well as the beautiful view of the center of Petra.

To the Temple of the Winged Lions & the churches of Petra

At the end of the Main Trail, at the height of Qasr al-Bint, a small path branches off to the right. He leads to the excavation of the Temple of the Winged Lions, away from the tourist crowds. Only a few remains of the wall are preserved, but it offers a great view over the Petras valley. Other side paths lead to the Churches of Petra. The beautiful mosaic floors of the main church are definitely worth a detour and the pretty Blue Chapel, with blue columns and the royal tombs in the background, is a great photo opportunity.

The Back Exit Road (approx. 3 km one way)

The Back Exit Road is rarely used by tourists. It leads from the end of the main trail, near the main temple Qasr al-Bint, to the Bedouin city of Uum Sayhoun. On the way there are still inhabited caves, as well as the Turkumaniyya Tomb with one of the few Inscriptions of Petra. This path can no longer be used as an entrance since 2019, but it is still open as an exit. It is advisable to inquire about the current situation in advance at the main entrance.

Want to explore more paths through Petra? You can find one here detailed map of Petra Jordan. There is so much to explore!

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