Should I visit Petra, Jordan?

I am taking a short trip to Egypt and Israel in November.
When i mean short -- I am talking about 2 weeks (it will be
quite demanding I am sure). Because it is so short I am
spending a lot of time making sure that I can do what I
want, when i want. I read in the lonely planet guides
about this city called Petra in Jordan. Would you say it
is worth the visit considering my short stay? Can it be
done -- I would interested in knowing this from anyone who
has potentially tried and even if it can -- would it be
worth the rush?

[There are 6 posts - the latest was added on Tue 25 May, 12:01]

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1. yes, yes, yes Added by: ioannes
   [Timestamp: Mon 24 May, 14:50 Tasmanian Standard Time]

   Definately try to get to Petra. It is one of the great
   ancient sites of the world. It is not difficult to get
   there either from Israel or Egypt. You might consider
   crossing into Jordan at Aqueba on the red sea coast.
   Egypt, Israel and and Jordan are all crammed together at
   the top of the sea almost with walking distance. Petra is
   then a short trip from Aqueba. Enjoy!

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2. TOTALLY YES !!!!!! Added by: Gabriele (gabriele.pierantoni@aetnet.it)
   [Timestamp: Mon 24 May, 18:39 Tasmanian Standard Time]

   It's not a question if you should...
   YOU MUST !!!
   beyond jokes I personally think that Petra is one of the
   most beautiful places on earth.
   Gabriele

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3. GO! Added by: Yudhisthira
   [Timestamp: Mon 24 May, 23:21 Tasmanian Standard Time]

   Petra is definitely THE Highlight of the Middle East. It is
   worth the travel alone. Even Israel (which I love)pales in
   comparison. Don't miss it.
   'Nuff said

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4. YES Added by: Jirka
   [Timestamp: Tue 25 May, 0:31 Tasmanian Standard Time]

   Petra was the best on my 3 months long trip in ME.

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5. Thank you! Added by: Sandeep Takhar (sandeept@netcom.ca)
   [Timestamp: Tue 25 May, 5:51 Tasmanian Standard Time]

   I will try my hardest to go. Thanks for the help!

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6. JORDAN Added by: Tamam F. koudeih (tamam@hotmail.com)
   [Timestamp: Tue 25 May, 12:01 Tasmanian Standard Time]

   I'm a 21 years old man.If you come to Jordan I have all the
   information
   you need about Jordan,
   places to visit,Prices,Places to stay,Rental Cars,Places to
   eat
   .............etc.
   I do tours around Jordan for all budgets, whatever is your
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   whether you go on my tour or you don't you can get
   absolutely FREE
   INFORMATION
   I'll be very happy to tell all he information you need for
   free and I'll
   try to do my best.
   you can find me in Amman at the Bdeiwi Hotel the hotel is
   very clean,
   quiet and cheap just 8 JD for a Double Room. Free hot
   showers.
   BDEIWI HOTEL
   Khayyam St. Down Town Amman-JORDAN
   Tel. 4643394
   4643386
   or you can e-mail me: tamam@hotmail.com

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