Jabal Harun (Aaron's Tomb)
Jabal Harun
One of the highest peaks southwest of Petra, where a white domed mosque on the summit is said to be the tomb of Aaron, brother of Moses. It is a quiet long-distance hike.
Jabal Harun rises to about 1,350 meters and is a holy site revered by Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The small mosque on the summit was built in the 14th century. The round trip from the Monastery takes about 6–8 hours, passing through barren rocky valleys with very few visitors. It is best to hire a local Bedouin guide and bring plenty of water and food. The mosque's interior is usually closed, but the summit offers a sweeping view over Wadi Araba and the mountains of Petra.
Opening hours
Daytime; bring your own guide
Nearby sights
- Ad Deir (Monastery), Petra
- Qasr al-Bint
- Great Temple of Petra
- Temple of the Winged Lions
- Colonnaded Street
- Petra Church
- High Place of Sacrifice
- Petra Theatre