Sunday, May 4, the Jordanian authorities had to quickly evacuate tourists from the archaeological site of Petra. The area was struck by a sudden flood and civil protection managed to evacuate the majority of the 1,785 tourists identified.
Sudden floods swept on the site
A video of the Jordanian meteorological authority shows the sudden floods hitting the ancient city. In addition, tourists have been seen gathered at the entrance to the Treasury, one of the most emblematic tombs, before their evacuation. Similar evacuations have already taken place, the region being subject to rains and thunderstorms.
Petra is an ancient archaeological site listed as a UNESCO world Heritage Site
Remains of an formerly flourishing city, the site attracts tourists from around the world. Susizing on pink cliffs, it became one of the seven wonders of the world in 2007. Located in the southwest of Jordan, its architecture carved in the rock is today what remains of the ancient Nabatean kingdom.
