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Petra (lit. Rock) was the capital city of the Nabataeans, a tribe of pre-Roman Arabs who dominated the region around the Sixth century BC. Located at the crossroads of ancient trade routes, the city survived on toll and taxes collected from traders. Despite several attempts to conquer their capital, the Nabataeans remained practically independent until the defeat of Antony and Cleopatra and the reunification of the Roman Empire by Octavian in 31 BC. In 106, the Romans under Trajan finally captured Petra to mark the beginning of the decline of the city. The city remained unknown to the Western World for hundreds of years until a Swiss explorer, J.L. Burckhardt, heard about its existence from the local Bedouins in 1812. India Tour
Hotels:
- Moevenpick Nabatean Castle in Petra: Located on a hillside at 1400 meter altitude, with spectacular view over the great rift valley. 10 minutes from the entrance of city of Petra, the capital of ancient nabateans is a world treasure, Petra is a marriage of natural and man-made wonders on an awsome scale, an entire city was carved out of the highly-colored mountains some 2000 years ago by a semitic people from Northern Arabia.
- Golden Tulip Kings Way in Petra: A modern hotel beautifully decorated in a style depicting the rose-red colours of the region, offering the guests comfort as well as a relaxed friendly atmosphere. All rooms are tastefully decorated with some traditional embroidery, modern amenities, air conditioning, private bath, and TV with satellite channels. All rooms are spacious and the hotel features a spacious lobby/lounge
- Marriott Petra: Overlooking the dramatic Petra Valley, the Petra Marriott is a haven of comfort and luxury. We combine the warmest Arabian hospitality with the splendor of an ancient city carved into rose-red cliffs. Spacious guest rooms are equipped with a hairdryer, individual climate control, minibar, safe and satellite television with most rooms featuring a spectacular view of the valley.
- Petra Palace: Petra palace medotel is a privately owned hotel offering a wide variety of amenities and services for any discerning client. The hotel is situated 250metres from the main entrance of the rose red city petra the most famous tourist attraction in jordan a city literally carved out of craggy rocks and hidden behind massive rocks. The hotel has a swimming pool and a well equipped gym.
- Moevenpick Resort Petra: Movenpick Resort Petra is located right at the entrance of the breathtaking city of Petra. The jewel in Jordans crown, the capital of ancient Nabateans is a world treasure.