Hidden Tomb with 12 Skeletons Uncovered Beneath Petra's Treasury

The discovery beneath the iconic site offers new insights into the Nabataean civilization and challenges long-held assumptions about Petra's history.

Researchers found a hidden tomb containing 12 skeletons beneath Petra's Treasury, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Jordan.
The excavation was part of a joint effort by Jordanian and American teams using advanced remote sensing technology.
Artifacts found in the tomb, including a ceramic vessel resembling the Holy Grail from 'Indiana Jones,' date back to the first century BC.
This discovery is significant due to the rarity of complete burials from the early Nabataeans at Petra, offering potential insights into their culture and history.
The find has sparked renewed interest in understanding the true purpose and history of the Treasury, which remains a mystery.