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Petra Panorama
The Kingdom of Nabatea was a powerful political entity that flourished in the region of modern-day Jordan between the 4th century BCE and c. 106 CE and is best known today for the ruins of its capital city, Petra. Precisely when it was constructed is unclear, but it was well established by the later 4th century BCE.
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Questions & Answers
Is the oldest dam in the world in Jordan?
- Yes, the oldest dam in the world is the Saad Jawa Dam in Jordan, dated to c. 3000 BCE.
Where is Petra located?
- Petra, a city of the Nabateans, is located in Jordan. The Treasury building of Petra is featured in the 1989 film Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
How many archaeological sites are there in Jordan?
- There are over 100,000 archaeological sites in Jordan, spanning thousands of years.
Where was the first bread baked in the world?
- Archaeological evidence suggests bread was first baked in the Black Desert in the region of modern-day Jordan. Charred bread, dated to at least c. 11,600 BCE, has been found there.
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