Conservation Measures
Since its inception, the Petra Archaeological Park has launched many initiatives to protect its antiquities, flora and fauna. Its work to conserve antiquities has been mainly through partnership with the following organizations:

1. The Department of Antiquities (DOA)
2. Joint projects with DOA and archaeological expeditions (involving international partners in excavation, which include centers of higher learning and/or institutes)
3. German Technical Cooperation (GTZ)
4. Petra National Trust

Past Initiatives
Initiatives with the DoA to conserve Petra in the past have included work on:

• Qasr al-Bint
• The Theatre
• The Corinthian Tomb
• Harun’s Tomb
• Ad-Deir (The Monastery)
• Winged Lion Temple
• Staircase (High Place of Sacrifice; Ad Deir (The Monastery); Al-Makama (The Royal Tombs Staircase)
• Al Khubtha Staircase
• Um-Al Biyara 

Joint projects with DOA and Archaeological Expeditions include:

• Brown University (Great Temple )
• Swiss Expedition (Al Zantour)
• British Institute (Neolithic Site of Beidha)

PAP has partnered with GTZ in the following efforts:

• Turkmaniyaa Tomb
• Tomb No. 825

PAP and the PNT have worked on:

• The Siq Project
• Beidha Civil Mural Painted Cave Project (Siq Al Barid)

Ongoing Initiatives are:

With DOA

• Ad Deir (Monastery) – Corinthian Tombs

Joint projects with DOA and Archaeological Expeditions

• Brown University – Great Temple
• Swiss Expedition – Al Zantour

Petra National Trust

• Beidha Civil Mural Painted Cave Project (Siq Al Barid)

Flora and Fauna
Petra deceptively appears to be a sparse environment. However, the PAP is home to a vast array of flora and fauna. According to the Field Guide to the Plants and Animals of Petra, 1123 species of plants, amphibian and reptile, bird, mammal, anthropod and mollusk species can be found within its borders.

How you can help
As a visitor to the Petra Archaeological Park you can do much to help conserve this precious site simply by taking simple measures to avoid harm to the site while you explore the wonderful things it has to offer. When you visit, keep in mind the following:

1. Respect all rules and regulations of the PAP

2. We encourage you to learn about local community members and to be sensitive to and respectful of their customs, culture, and religion.

3. Avoid purchasing antiquities in any form, particularly rocks and coins. Please do not take any antiquities, plants, or stones from the site. These treasures are the heritage of the world. The destroyed rock diminishes Petra for future tourists.

4.  Do not walk on or climb undesignated geological formations or monuments and refrain from making any marks on anything, particularly rock formations and monuments, in the Park. This causes damage to the sensitive geology of the site, as well as lessening the experience for future visitors. Not only do we want to ensure the site stays pristine for many years to come, we also want to make sure you stay safe.

5.  Avoid venturing off main trails alone. In order to ensure your safety, please explore only designated trails.

6.  Purchase your ticket from the Visitor Center only. Keep your ticket stub with you at all times. Refrain from selling your ticket to other tourists.

7.  Make sure you drink sufficient water as exploring the Park is physically strenuous, especially during midday.

8.  Please only use designated toilets. Outside of the Park toilets are located near the Visitors Center. Inside the Park, toilets are located in a Cave near the Roman Theatre and Qasr al-Bint in the Basin area.

9.  In case of an emergency, find the nearest tourist police member and ask for assistance.

Please remember that Petra is the heritage of Jordan, the world and mankind.

We would like future generations to enjoy the site as much as you.

In case of a complaint
We at PAP are here to serve you. If you have any trouble whatsoever with anyone in the Park, we encourage you to find the nearest Park Ranger or tourist police and explain the situation to them.

If you need to speak with other resources, the Tourist Police and staff at the Visitors Center are also able to assist you. The Tourist Police can always be found in wooden booths of the same name throughout the Park.