A Glimpse Inside Nabataean Tombs

The northeast Arabian Peninsula witnessed the rule of the Nabataeans between 500 BCE and 100 CE. They chose this area for its fertility and abundant groundwater. The Nabateans were a union of nomadic Arab tribes who established Petra as their capital. Akhbar 24 lense explored the inside of the Nabataean tombs.

 Stone Tombs of  Nabateans

 

“Akhbar 24” explored the Nabataean tombs, revealing a history spanning about 2,500 years. Eleven tombs have been discovered to date at this site. The cemeteries  include rock stones.

Moreover, they  housed a number of tombs belonging to a single family, offering a window into ancient burial practices.

Touring Nabatean Sites

 

Tour guide Abdulaziz Al-Jabal detailed many sites during the tour, including Jabal Ithlib and Lihyan son of Kuza’s tomb. Lihyan was a significant figure in the Nabataean society.

Visitors to Al-Ula can embark on a comprehensive tour to learn about Nabatean tombs, temples, and their ancient social life.

 Nabateans &  Incense Route

 

This location was part of the Incense Route, where goods like myrrh, frankincense, and spices were transported. This is in addition to  items essential for religious rituals in India at the time.

The Aramaic language was widespread in the northern Arabian Peninsula. Therefore, the Nabateans used it in their inscriptions. From these inscriptions, the Nabatean script evolved, contributing to the development of Arabic writing through different stages.

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