The Monastery, Ad-Deir, is Petra's largest carved monument, sitting high above the main city. Reaching it means climbing roughly 800 rock-cut steps, a rewarding hike of about two hours each way through canyon scenery and Bedouin cafés.
The terrace in front of the Monastery offers the finest panorama in Petra. Start early and carry water; the climb is steep but unforgettable. Travellers who hire car & driver in Jordan often tour the site slowly to save energy, while full package tours to Jordan usually allow a full day for the Monastery trail.
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