Petra

So Petra was everything one could hope for and more. Lived up to the hype and its designation as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. A lot of walking and to think there is even more one can do here. There are a number of hikes on the upper plateau. I did not get to the sacrifice in high places or the views from the ridge above the Monastery or the Tombs among many others.

One option that I heard about was to come at the Monastery from Little Petra and a hiking trail that gets to it directly. I opted for the classic Siq entry and would not have missed the experience of that.
Had a great lunch that was just a little pricey, but truly superb food at My Mother's Kitchen just a few steps from Petra entrance. My stay at the Petra Guest House was very nice with free parking and a decent buffet breakfast and dinner.

The problem with Petra is the hawkers. The tables and booths set up everywhere are out of control and seriously detract from the appreciation of the sites. If you stop for moment to take a drink or look around, some vendor will try to sell you a ride or a kid will come along with postcards or bracelets. It's really too bad they can't regulate this but it has to do with tribal Bedouin claiming indigenous rights.Baca lagi