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

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Presenter: Hibbah Kaileh

Delivered: DC on October 6, 2019

explores the ancient city of Petra, its history, and how it thrived for so long, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to be explored today.

Sources & Future References

• Petra, Jordan Archaeology and History | National Geographic

• Interactive map/guided tour of Petra

• 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

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