Joe Corner Travel Journal

Petra
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	Pyramidal Obelisks, built as funerary symbols. Underneath is a Nabataean Triclinium, where feasts were held to commemorate the dead.
As-Siq is a block that has been rent apart by tectonic forces and bring water into Petra. Apart from concealing Petra from the outside world, As-Siq also served as a passageway for religious processions.
	The sense of anticipation for the first glimpse of the Treasury (Al-Khazneh), a wonderful introduction to the ancient city.
Over 40 tombs and houses built by the Nabataeans, with a definite style reminiscent of the Assyrians.
	The captivatingly weathered Theatre was cut out of rock, slicing through many caves and tombs in the process.
The ornate facades of the Royal Tombs, with striking patterns in the rocks. These impressive burial places, mark the burial site of the city's nobles and royalty.
	Cardo Maximus (Colonnaded Street), where the slopes of the hills either side are littered with the debris of the city centre.
Wadi ad-Deir, the spectacular ancient rock-cut path of more than 800 steps, is a spectacle of weird and wonderfully tortured stone leading to the Monastery.
	The spectacular and impressive Monastery (Al-Deir), is thought to be derived from Hellenistic influences.
Observation Point with stunning views, which stretches from the Dead Sea to Aqaba.
	High Place of Sacrifice (Al-Madbah), with superb views of the city . .
Garden Tomb
	Renaissance Tomb
Obelisk Tomb & Bab as-Siq Triclinium