Near Wadi Rum Village, 320 km south of Amman
1st Century BC

Residents – 1 JOD
Non-residents – 5 JOD

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North 29° 40′ 54″
East 35° 23′ 34″

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Temple of Allat

The Temple of Allat in Wadi Rum, Jordan, is a fascinating Nabataean-era sanctuary dedicated to Allat, the Arabian goddess of war and fertility. Dating back to the 1st century AD, the temple was an important religious site for the Nabataeans, the same civilisation that built Petra. The structure features massive sandstone blocks, a large courtyard, and remnants of columns, hinting at its former grandeur.

Nestled within the dramatic red sandstone landscape of Wadi Rum, the temple provides insight into the region’s pre-Islamic religious practices. Archaeological findings, including inscriptions and carved reliefs, suggest it was a place of worship and ritual offerings. Today, the Temple of Allat stands as a testament to the rich spiritual and cultural history of the Nabataeans, offering visitors a glimpse into their ancient desert civilisation.

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