Petra Sees 44000 Visitors in September
During September 2026, the archaeological city of Petra experienced an 8% decrease in visitor numbers, totaling 43,901 visitors compared to 47,658 visitors in the same month of 2025. However, foreign tourism remained highly significant, accounting for about 50% of visitors, with the United States leading the list of source countries with 3,803 visitors, followed by Russia with 3,004. Over the first nine months of 2026, the total number of visitors reached 362,215, representing a 2.8% decline from the previous year. Nonetheless, the number of Jordanian visitors increased by 26.6%, reaching 144,536, driven by a resurgence in air travel and improved demand for visits to the site. Officials emphasize that diversification of markets and enhanced air connectivity contribute to supporting the sustainability of tourism activity in the city.
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