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Petra welcomes over 318,000 visitors in 8 months
The number of visitors to the city of Petra in Jordan reached 318,311 during the first eight months of 2026, marking a decrease of 2.1% compared to the same period in 2025. There was an 18% decline in foreign visitors, who totaled 187,710, while the number of Jordanian visitors increased by 35.7% to reach 130,601. Foreigners accounted for approximately 59% of all visitors, versus 41% Jordanians. The initial months of the year also saw noticeable monthly increases in visitor numbers, despite some months experiencing a decline. Petra is considered one of the most important archaeological sites in the world and is recognized as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, famous for its unique architecture carved into rose-colored rocks.
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