Great Temple
Great Temple is temple in Jordan, about 0.2 km from Petra (Wadi Musa). It dates from 100 CE. The best months to visit are May, October, April.
Just 200 metres from the heart of Petra, the Great Temple stands as a monumental testament to Nabataean engineering, dating back to the 1st century AD. Its sheer scale and sophisticated design, including a grand *temenos* and theatre-like seating, offer a profound insight into ancient religious and civic life in Jordan. When your guided group arrives, make sure to ask your guide to point out the intricate elephant-head capitals, a unique architectural detail easily overlooked amidst the grandeur.
Visiting Great Temple
Best time to visit Great Temple
Great Temple is visited from Petra (Wadi Musa). Based on 10 years of climate data, the most comfortable months there are May, October, April — May brings pleasant 28.1°C days and only ~1 rainy days. See Petra (Wadi Musa) weather in May →
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Great Temple — FAQs
What is Great Temple?
Great Temple is temple in Jordan, about 0.2 km from Petra (Wadi Musa). It dates from 100 CE.
When is the best time to visit Great Temple?
The most comfortable months at Petra (Wadi Musa), the nearest base, are May, October, April — May brings pleasant 28.1°C days and only ~1 rainy days. Avoid the peak-heat months for midday outdoor visits.
What else is near Great Temple?
Close by you'll also find Petra, Al Khazneh, Montréal Castle, Beidha — all part of a typical Petra (Wadi Musa) sightseeing itinerary.
How do I visit Great Temple from India?
Great Temple is reached via Petra (Wadi Musa), Jordan. Trolly Good Fellow runs guided group tours from India that include Jordan's main sights, with flights, stays and an India host. Jordan uses the JOD (1 INR ≈ 0.007457 JOD).
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