When you get to the end of the 2 kilometer Siq you will see this extraordinary monument ((EL-KHAZNEH FIRAUM)). This is the most famous and most photographed monument of Petra, The Treasury. This monument is about 40 meters high and beautifully decorated. It consists of imposing columns, niches and pillars. The original function of the monument is still a mystery. It was probably built in the first century B.C. It was always thought to have served as a temple, but recent research has revealed it to be a royal tomb. Royal tomb or not, it is a very impressive piece of Petra.
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My name is Wim van de Water and I live in the Netherlands.
I’ve been photographing for as long as I can remember. On holiday I shot a lot of foto’s resulting in my film roles always being full. I always had my camera with me, but these pictures..
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