A s one of the oldest cities in the world, Petra has attracted over a million visitors in recent years. As one seven wonders of the modern world, it is a must for any trip to Jordan. Carved into ...

In the early 1800s, a Swiss explorer tricked his way into Petra, the ancient oasis whose location had been a closely guarded secret for centuries. Known as Ed Deir—the Monastery—this building ...

A series of stunning texts more than 2,000 years old have revealed fascinating insights into the day-to-day lives of Petra's ancient community.

Petra concluded that consolidating WDL ownership benefits both Petra and WDL’s stakeholders, supporting its strategic goals. Credit: Nmaneer/Shutterstock. South Africa-active Petra Diamonds (Petra) ...

Spanning the width of the Gardon River, it is the highest of all Roman-era aqueduct bridges, with its three tiers of arches towering 50 meters high. Despite being constructed in the 1st century AD, it ...

The Timeless Enigma of Stonehenge Stonehenge, nestled in the verdant landscapes of Wiltshire, England, stands as a testament ...

(KGUN) — A historic Midtown building has a new future on its horizon. The pink Benedictine Monastery at 800 N. Country Club Road was once home to a covenant of nuns before transforming into a ...

Williamson diamond mine. JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – An agreement has been entered into for the outright sale of Williamson Diamonds Limited, Petra Diamonds announced on Wednesday.

Down on Petra Bay, there's a rock for hermits ... Sign up Still more majestic is the fortified Byzantine monastery that towers over Chora, commanding views of the sea in every direction, and ...