High Place of Sacrifice

The view of the Petra valley is definitely worth the climb up to this place. There is also a tent at the top offering tea, coffee, etc. But there isn’t much to see in terms of Nabatean structures, just a couple of columns.

It was an awesome place to visit! We did struggle to find the right spot - we went too far and landed up at an abandoned tea shop at the cliff edge. Look for a fork in the road with some small steps carved into the rock face.

Also be aware that it's A LOT of climbing and steps to get here - more so than visiting the monastery.

The High Place of Sacrifice (al-Madhbah in Arabic) is one of the highest easily accessible points in Petra, perched on cliffs that drop an almost sheer 170m to the Wadi Musa below. It's just one of dozens of High Places perched on ridges and mountain-tops around Petra, all of which are of similar design and function.

There are several steps to climb to reach this place (the trail starts not so far from the Theater), but it will lead you above Petra on a scenic route to a beautiful viewpoint. The surroundings are gorgeous and it is quite the satisfaction to spend a well deserved rest after the 30 minutes or so ascending to the top.
It is also possible to hire a donkey-ride if you are not into steep climbing.
The alternate route downwards through Wadi Farasa is recommended as well.

The steps are well-maintained and take at least 45 minutes to reach the altar area. The route is steep but manageable.

It's worth sitting here and just watching the daily activities.

Amazing people & breathtaking views. I'm beyond thankful 🇯🇴

Incredible place, well worth the hike!

Is was one of the best places in petra 100% recommend

Long walk up here but a great view when you get there. There's the altar/sacrifice area itself, but also a nice place to sit and admire the view a bit further along.

Incredible view ...

La montée vaux le détour. Ne redescendez pas par les marches, mais choisissez de faire le trail qui vous ramènera au niveau des colonnades. Ça sera la surprise des dizaines de porte supplémentaires visiter et à voir!

Doel van een heel mooie wandeling (met heel wat trappen) van net voorbij de schatkamer. Je kan gewoon teruglopen, maar ook verder wandelen en er een hele lus van maken. Langs alle kanten kom je onderweg nog graven en monumenten tegen. Absoluut aanbevolen.

Aufstieg dauert ca 30 Minuten

Es una gran escalada pero vale la pena,las vistas son increibles,son de 30 a 45 minutos segun tu condicion fisica.

Hermoso lugar, vale la pena la subida, una vista increíble y lugar allí para tomarse un café,te, lo que gustes mirándola

Aanrader om op te klimmen als je in Petra bent!

Bastante viento, vale la pena el ascenso

Man sollte sich Zeit nehmen und sich auch einmal an einem Ort verweilen.

È un po' inutile rispetto a tutto il resto, ma se si ha del tempo..

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