Ancient Superstructures

S01E02 Petra, The Desert Rose

Situated in the heart of the Jordanian desert, Petra is celebrated as the Eighth Wonder of the World. This ancient city, built 2,000 years ago by the Nabataeans, an Arab merchant civilization, remained lost to time until a Swiss explorer brought it back to light in the 20th century. Today, researchers continue to be captivated by its impressive facades hewn from rock and its innovative hydraulic engineering. Utilizing cutting-edge technology, specialists aim to delve deeper into its secrets, striving to unveil the enigmas that shroud this remarkable site.