- Location
Near Wadi Rum Village, 320 km south of Amman
- Built
1st Century BC
- Admission Fee
Residents – 1 JOD
Non-residents – 5 JOD
- 4 x 4 Required
YES
- GPS
North 29° 40′ 54″
East 35° 23′ 34″
- Google Rating
Rated 4 out of 5
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Nature reserveAjloun Forest Biosphere ReserveA leading eco-tourism destination in northern Jordan, protecting rare oak and pistachio forests and the wildlife that lives in them.Read the guide →
Nature reserveAzraq Wetland ReserveA unique oasis near the town of Azraq and its famous castle, in the heart of Jordan’s arid Eastern Desert — a vital stop for migrating birds.Read the guide →
Nature reserveDana Biosphere ReserveJordan’s largest reserve, stretching from mountain ridges down to the desert floor — with hiking trails and ancient sites along the way.Read the guide →
Nature reserveShaumari Wildlife ReserveSee the Arabian oryx brought back from the brink, take a jeep safari and support one of Jordan’s oldest conservation projects.Read the guide →
Nature reserveWadi Rum Protected AreaA World Heritage Site of sandstone mountains and red dunes — jeep tours, camel treks and stargazing under crystal-clear skies.Read the guide →
Nature reserveAjloun Forest Biosphere ReserveA leading eco-tourism destination in northern Jordan, protecting rare oak and pistachio forests and the wildlife that lives in them.Read the guide →Residents – 1 JOD
Non-residents – 5 JOD
North 29° 40′ 54″
East 35° 23′ 34″
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.