Palace Tomb, Petra

Name: Palace Tomb
Address: Petra, Jordan

#11 among attractions in Petra

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The Palace Tomb is a Nabataean tomb in the Petra Archaeological Park. It is situated among the Royal Tombs, a line of prominent monumental facades on the east cliffs flanking the valley in which the city lies. At 49 meters wide and 46 meters tall, its rock-hewn façade is one of the largest in Petra. The tomb's name is derived from its supposed resemblance to a Roman palace design popularized by Nero's Golden House, as well as its wide and richly decorated structure.. The descriptive name is based on its appearance today, rather than historical evidence for its use by royalty or occupation as a palace. The title “Palace Tomb” is recorded in the earliest catalog of tombs in Petra. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 30°19'45"N, 35°26'60"E

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Palace Tomb – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Siq, Al-Khazneh, Great Temple, Petra Theater.

0.4 miS
Narrow walkway through rock walls
Siq, Petra
11 min walk • The Siq is a breathtaking gorge that serves as the main entrance to the ancient city of Petra in Jordan, a testament to nature's artistry and human ingenuity. This narrow passageway, hemmed in by towering cliffs, stretches for about 1.2 kilometers and leads directly...
0.5 miS
Historical place, Ruins
Al-Khazneh, Wadi Musa
13 min walk • Al-Khazneh, often referred to as The Treasury, is a breathtaking ancient structure carved directly into the pink sandstone cliffs of Wadi Musa in Jordan. This historical landmark, renowned for its Hellenistic architecture blended with Eastern traditions, is one of the...
0.5 miW
Historical place, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture
Great Temple, Petra
12 min walk • The Great Temple of Petra, a breathtaking historical landmark nestled in the heart of Jordan's ancient city, stands as a testament to the architectural prowess of the Nabataeans. This archaeological marvel, believed to have been constructed around the 1st century BC...
~1850 ftSW
Theater, Ancient Roman architecture
Petra Theater, Wadi Musa
9 min walk • Petra Theater is a first century AD Nabataean theatre situated 600 m from the centre of Petra. Substantial part of the theater was carved out of solid rock, while the scaena and exterior wall were constructed.
0.6 miW
Temple
Qasr al-Bint, Petra
15 min walk • Qasr al-Bint, nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Petra in Jordan, stands as a testament to the architectural prowess of the Nabataeans. This monumental structure, believed to have been built in the 1st century CE, is one of the few freestanding buildings in...
1.3 miNW
Vernacular architecture, Memorial
Ad Deir, Petra
34 min walk • Ad Deir, also known as The Monastery, is an awe-inspiring historical landmark tucked away in the ancient city of Petra, Jordan. This monumental structure is carved directly into the pink sandstone cliffs, exemplifying the architectural prowess of the Nabateans who...
~1810 ftW
Ruins, Church
Byzantine Church, Petra
9 min walk • The Byzantine Church at Petra is a prime example of monumental architecture in Byzantine Petra. It sits on elevated ground in the city center, north of the so-called Colonnaded Street.
0.6 miSW
Memorial
Tomb of the Roman Soldier, Petra
17 min walk • The Tomb of the Soldier, also called the Tomb of the Roman Soldier, is one of the best-preserved tombs in the ancient city of Petra.
0.4 miNW
Church
Ridge Church, Petra
11 min walk • The Ridge Church is one of several churches in the ruined city of Petra, Jordan. The Ridge Church is thought to be the oldest church building in Petra, built on the ridge overlooking the city in the 3rd or 4th century built of Nabatean and Roman material.
0.5 miS
Mountain
Jebel al-Madhbah, Petra
14 min walk • Jebel al-Madhbah is a mountain at Petra, Jordan, at whose peak there is a large Nabataean ritual site centered around an altar.
0.5 miS
Temple
Temple of the Winged Lions, Petra
14 min walk • The Temple of the Winged Lions is a large Nabatean temple complex located in Petra, Jordan, and dated to the reign of King Aretas IV.

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Nearby attractions include Byzantine Church, Petra (9 min walk), Petra Theater, Wadi Musa (9 min walk), Ridge Church, Petra (11 min walk), Siq, Petra (11 min walk).