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Petra The Treasury
Petra is one of the current 7 Wonders, of which the Treasury is one of the most iconic structures in Petra. Carved into the red sandstone rock face, it is 38 meters high and nearly 25 meters wide. It is located at the most important entrance to Petra from the Siq, and stands out for its elaborate decoration. Almost Hellenistic in style, it is known for its floral and figurative decoration, in addition to architectural elements such as columns and pediments that are reminiscent of ancient Greek temples.
Petra is an expression of the wealth and power of the Nabataeans with the influence of Roman architecture and a place of passage on the silk route.
Petra The Treasury
Petra is one of the current 7 Wonders, of which the Treasury is one of the most iconic structures in Petra. Carved into the red sandstone rock face, it is 38 meters high and nearly 25 meters wide. It is located at the most important entrance to Petra from the Siq, and stands out for its elaborate decoration. Almost Hellenistic in style, it is known for its floral and figurative decoration, in addition to architectural elements such as columns and pediments that are reminiscent of ancient Greek temples.
Petra is an expression of the wealth and power of the Nabataeans with the influence of Roman architecture and a place of passage on the silk route.