Qasr al-Bint
Qasr al-Bint Firaun
One of the few buildings in Petra built from stone blocks rather than carved from rock. It was the main Nabataean temple, and traces of stucco decoration remain on its walls.
Qasr al-Bint was built at the end of the 1st century BC as a temple to Dushara, the main Nabataean god. It stands about 23 meters high, and its name comes from a Bedouin legend. It sits at the end of the Colonnaded Street, with a wide altar in front. It is also a transport hub: the staircase to the monastery begins to the northwest, and beside it are a restaurant and toilets. It is also the meeting point for donkey rides up to the monastery. It is included in the ticket.
Opening hours
Same hours as Petra archaeological park
Nearby sights
- Great Temple of Petra
- Temple of the Winged Lions
- Colonnaded Street
- Petra Church
- Petra Theatre
- Royal Tombs, Petra
- High Place of Sacrifice
- Street of Facades