Petra is known primarily for its Hellenistic architecture. The facades of the tombs in Petra are commonly rendered in Hellenistic style, reflecting the number of diverse cultures with which the Nabataeans …

Since 2002, PETRA Architecture has achieved successful design for their clients by balancing good aesthetic, function, and budget. Founder and President, Mark Freeman, brings 35 years of diverse …

Petra is half-built, half-carved into the rock, and is surrounded by mountains riddled with passages and gorges. It is one of the world's most famous archaeological sites, where ancient Eastern traditions …

Jun 27, 2025 · Together with the rock-hewn chapels of Lalibela in Ethiopia and the cave temples of Ajanta and Ellora in India, Petra is one of the best examples of rock-cut architecture in the world.

Jan 25, 2018 · Although no longer an important city, Petra has been noted by historians and archeologists for its unique architecture as well as a specific innovation made by the Nabatean …

Jul 31, 2023 · Built around the time of the Hellenistic and Roman Empires by the Nabatean Arabs, the architecture of Petra as well as other cities in the region often reflected the work of Greek architects. …

Jan 23, 2026 · Many of the tombs of Petra have elaborate facades and are now used as dwellings. The High Place of Sacrifice, a cultic altar dating from biblical times, is a well-preserved site.

Jul 27, 2025 · Petra’s architecture is one of its most astonishing features—a blend of Hellenistic, Roman, Egyptian, and indigenous Nabataean styles. The city’s most iconic structures are carved directly into …

Its architecture features a broken pediment and central tholos on the upper level; this architectural composition originated in Alexandria. Ornate Corinthian columns are used throughout. Above the …

Once the stronghold of the talented Nabataean people, Petra is renowned for its massive carved architecture and its ingenious pools dams and water channels. Over 2000 years later, Petra is one of …