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Petra Development & Tourism Region Authority

Petra Development & Tourism Region Authority

Petra was the capital of the Nabataean state and the most important city of their kingdom, which lasted from 400 BC to 106 AD. Its borders extended from the coast of Ashkelon in Palestine in the west to the desert of the Levant in the east. Archaeologists excavating in Jordan discovered statues of the goddess Aphrodite and Cupid. These ancient artifacts are undoubtedly important and valuable discoveries because they provide more evidence about the ancient city of "Petra" in Jordan. These pieces were found by a mission from North Carolina State University and East Carolina University. The ancient city of Petra was built by the lost Nabataean civilization. The Nabataeans flourished in the first century BC and the first century AD. The ancient city has touristic importance to Jordan, as well as other artistic and historical importance. The following report monitors 6 pieces of information about the importance of Petra