Wadi Musa is a town situated in the Ma'an Governorate in southern Jordan. It serves as the administrative center for the Petra Department and functions as the primary hub for visitors to the nearby archaeological site of Petra, located just 3.5 kilometers away.
The local population primarily belongs to the Liyathnah tribe. Due to its proximity to major tourist sites, the town hosts numerous restaurants and hotels. Additionally, the settlement of Umm Seyhoun, established in 1985 following the forced displacement of the B'doul community, is located approximately 2 kilometers from the town center.