Petra: Secrets of the Ancient Builders

2019TV-G45 min7.4/10

Discover the technical prowess behind Petra, a wonder in the middle of the desert.

In southern Jordan lies the spectacular city of Petra. Built over 2,000 years ago, it contains innumerable architectural treasures: colossal buildings carved into cliffs and hundreds of tombs, temples and baths. Petra was a rich and prosperous city, and yet, it resides in the heart of an inhospitable region. How did the Nabataeans manage to transform this desert area into a luxurious city?