Feature: How Did Petra Become Such a Successful City in the Middle of the Desert?

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PRESENTER

Hibbah Kaileh

ORIGINAL CITY 

DC

Original Date

October 6, 2019

Description

Delves into how the ancient city of Petra, it's history, and how it was able to thrive for so long and carried a legacy that continues to be explored today.

Sources & Future References

• Petra, Jordan Archaeology and History | National Geographic

• Interactive map/guided tour of Petra

• Short article on Nabatean water system:
  Swiss archaeologist examines ancient Nabateans' water technology | Jordan Times

• More on the water management system:

• Johann Ludwig Burckhardt and the discovery of Petra - SciHi BlogSciHi Blog

Contact Info

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