Into the Dust Archaeology
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Into the Dust Archaeology
Episode 32 - Petra Site Visit and Archaeology News (featuring FAKE NEWS about Petra!)
In today's archaeology site visit, Jason delves into the fascinating world of Petra, an archaeological marvel in Jordan popularized as an Indiana Jones film location. Together, we explore its rich history, the enigmatic Nabataeans, and the significance of the site. Given that its one of the largest archaeology sites in the world, it's important to experience Petra beyond a day tour, in order to take in the various attractions within the archaeological park. Moreover, we explore what little is known about the Nabataean culture, their trade dominance, and the historical context of Petra in order to better understand the context of this ancient city, lost to time until documented by a Swiss explorer in the 19th century.
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