Petra, Sept. 15 (Petra) — Petra is expanding its tourism experience
beyond its archaeological heritage with a new biodiversity exhibition
in Beidha showcasing the region’s wildlife, plant life and ecosystems
through interactive and scientific displays.

The Petra Biodiversity and Natural Heritage Exhibition, opened at the
Nabataean Cultural Village, brings together live specimens, preserved
wildlife, fossils, freshwater aquariums and interactive installations
to introduce visitors to the natural environment surrounding the
ancient city.

Petra Development and Tourism Region Authority (PDTRA) Chief
Commissioner Adnan Al-Sawair said the exhibition adds a new dimension
to the region’s tourism offerings by combining environmental and
scientific tourism with education and local heritage.

Among its exhibits are selected live organisms, taxidermied and
preserved animals representing species found in the area, and
skeletons and fossils documenting aspects of Petra’s geological and
biological history.

The exhibition also features freshwater aquariums containing several
fish species, preserved plants and interactive displays, including a
mural illustrating bird migration routes through Petra and models of
footprints belonging to local wildlife.

Al-Sawair said developing such attractions can diversify the
experiences available to visitors while drawing attention to natural
and cultural assets that complement Petra’s archaeological
significance.

The exhibition is also designed to raise awareness of threatened
species and fragile ecosystems and promote greater understanding of
biodiversity conservation.

Its location at the Nabataean Cultural Village in Beidha is intended
to strengthen the area as a tourism destination linked to Petra and
encourage visitors to explore the region’s broader natural and
cultural heritage.

Beyond tourism, the project seeks to support scientific research and
biological documentation, increase local community participation and
create employment opportunities in guiding, operations and
maintenance.

The exhibition is envisioned as a sustainable tourism and scientific
attraction and a national platform for environmental education,
linking the visitor experience with efforts to preserve Petra’s
biodiversity and natural heritage.

//Petra// RZ