petra

The ancient city of Petra is one of Jordan’s national treasures and by far its best known tourist attraction. Petra is the legacy of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. Admired then for its refined culture, massive architecture and ingenious complex of dams and water channels, Petra is a UNESCO World Heritages Site and one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Inhabited by the Nabateans, Edomites and Romans, Petra brought together the knowledge and skill of these civilizations to create this world wonder.
Step into the heart of Petra after dark and discover a breathtaking transformation of one of the world’s greatest wonders. Petra by Night invites you on an unforgettable journey through the candlelit Siq to the majestic Treasury, where ancient history comes alive through a spectacular fusion of light, sound, and storytelling. Follow a glowing path of 2,000 candles through the Siq canyon, their flickering light revealing ancient carvings as you approach the Treasury in magical silence.

First launched in 1998, the experience was reimagined in May 2025 to blend the warmth of its original candlelit charm with cutting-edge projection mapping and immersive narration. Whether it’s your first time in Petra or a return visit, Petra by Night offers a unique and moving way to connect with the Nabataean legacy. Let the light guide you—through history, mystery, and the unforgettable silence of Petra after dark.