Petra is one of the seven wonders of the world. It was constructed by the Nabataeans in the first century BCE (BC) as their capital city. Almost all of the structures are actually cut out of the surrounding rock, instead of free-standing. It was also the setting of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade...I guess I should go watch that movie now.
I suppose since the place has lasted over 2100 years the Jordanian government doesn't feel the need to restrict anyone's explorations within the site. You can climb all over the facades and columns and go up any of the ancient steps. 
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