The hidden city of Petra
Description
Petra, a stone city of temples and tombs carved deep into stark cliffs in Jordan, was the center of life two thousand years ago for a people called the Nabateans. Archaeologists excavate evidence of a highly sophisticated society and discover answers to questions about Nabatean beliefs, customs, and destinies.
Runtime
46 min
Series
Subjects
Geography
Genre
Date of Publication
1994
Database
Alexander Street
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