bdmetronews Desk ॥ When the ancient city of Petra reached its peak about 2,000 years ago, most of its structures were carved directly into the sandstone cliffs in the mountains of southern Jordan.
These cliffside structures were used primarily as tombs or temples. Many are remarkably well-preserved, including Petra’s most renowned sight: Al Khazneh (the Treasury), whose soaring façade emulates Greek and Roman architecture.
The columns in our image are set away from the cliffs and are part of a freestanding collection of what remains of colonnaded streets and temple buildings. In addition to the incredible cliff-carved structures and huge temple complex, Petra also features an enormous amphitheatre cut into a hillside. With all this, it’s no wonder the name Petra stems from the Latin word ‘petrae,’ meaning ‘rock’.
