Get There by Air - Petra

Many artifacts from Petra, located in modern day Jordan, have been making the rounds around the world so it may not be a surprise that this ancient place made the list of the New Seven Wonders of the World. There is still a lot of mystery that surrounds this city carved in stone, no precise dates of its founding exist.

What is clear is that it's known now for more than its appearance in an Indiana Jones flick. Petra is a cultural treasure.

Jordan's biggest airport in Amman is the easiest place to get to in order to begin your trek to Petra.

Queen Alia International Airport - Amman, Jordan

image courtesy of Arlene Fleming