The Monastery
(الدّير)
Historic and Protected Site
بترا
Ranked #3 for historic and protected sites in Petra
"While it is a lot of effort to get here, it’s worth it."(2 Tips)
"45min great hike and get right on Monastery"(5 Tips)
"And go even a little further up for magnificent views!"(2 Tips)
"La vista del monasterio (monastery) es casi mejor que El Tesoro."(2 Tips)
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Alk Reyna 👸🏻October 9, 2018I agree is beautiful, but it’s almost the same as the treasury. Be aware it’s a pretty long walk and tufff! 😵 not recommended for unfitted ppl, injured, tired, lazy lol. Think about it! Not againUpvote13Downvote
Brett ElliottJuly 2, 2018Take water, wear sunscreen and maybe a hat. The hike is strenuous but take your time and persevere because it is definitely worth it! And go even a little further up for magnificent views!
Upvote5Downvote- Emilia AllonsoJune 15, 2018Take the backdoor entrance and you won’t regret the choice - 45min great hike and get right on Monastery, then walk your way out to the main entrance (downhill)
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Johnny KoutiolasNovember 21, 2019It takes patience and a pair of tensed calf muscles to reach the Monastery, but it is definitely worth it. Maybe the most beautiful structure for all. Have a drink here and enjoy the view.
UpvoteDownvote- Jonathan SmithDecember 28, 2022While it is a lot of effort to get here, it’s worth it. To see most of Petra without back tracking a lot I suggest hiking in from the back up from the Monastery.UpvoteDownvote
Faradina MuftiMay 26, 2017Go to the top of the top then you gonna see how beautiful petra
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Josh BaerMay 22, 2014In the summer, the building is in the shadows in the morning. The sun starts shining on the features a little before noon.Upvote2Downvote
Security AnalystSeptember 18, 2022The cafe offers a number of refreshment options for the weary travellerUpvoteDownvote- Alk Reyna 👸🏻October 9, 2018Donkey option in the way up is absolutely terrifying!! Walk better!! Animals are not in good shape, bad treated. Never againUpvote2Downvote
Ivan KovacevicJuly 30, 2012To reach the monastery you should brace yourself for 900+ steps in extreme heat. Regardless of this it is more than worth it, infact it's a must. GO!
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JNovember 26, 2016Not too difficult to walk up - can be done in 1hr starting from Temple of DusharesUpvoteDownvote- CarinaNovember 2, 2013The backway to it is without tourists and a great hike through the mountainsUpvoteDownvote
Sebastian LabbeFebruary 16, 2012The most beautiful ruin in Petra, and don't forget khasné (treasury)Upvote2Downvote
E. AbcOctober 25, 2015Far from the treasury and not as beautifull but highly recommanded.UpvoteDownvote
- Lorena FerreroOctober 3, 2017Merece la pena cada uno de los 900 escalones. La vista del monasterio es casi mejor que El Tesoro. En el bar de arriba admiten pago con tarjeta.UpvoteDownvote
Fulya MSeptember 25, 2015Kesinlikle cikmaya deger... Usenmeyin cikin... Treasury i hemen gecince anfi tiyatronun yanindan sacrifice traili kullanarak monastery e gecebilirsiniz. Saticilar yolu detayli sekilde anlatiyor.
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Romy VeltriSeptember 23, 2019Uno de los mejores lugares de Petra..vale la pena subir tantos escalones.UpvoteDownvote
Masaki KuramochiOctober 1, 201710Fへ階段で行く程度の体力が必要です。ロバなどの乗り物(片道20の往復30JD)は階段を歩くとちょっと怖い。上に評判の良い休憩所が有り。Upvote1Downvote
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Tony Aro - 8.1
"Good starting point with lots of stalls selling souvenirs"
Clark Gillies - 9.1
"Relatively easy downhill walk on the way in to Petra. Plenty of interesting features alongside the path - pay attention to the sides of the canyon"
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