Double tombs by Helen Betts

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11-APR-2014

Double tombs

Mada’in Saleh is one of Saudi Arabia’s two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The city was settled by the Nabataeans, whose capital was Petra in Jordan, in the first century B.C., and most of the 131 rock-cut tombs date to the first century A.D.

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Karen Stuebing		15-Apr-2014 20:39
I find it fascinating that these are carved into the rock rather than built. Such intricate and beautiful detail. V.

Sandi Whitteker		15-Apr-2014 20:30
How interesting. Must be a lot to see in this ancient country.

Bill Miller		15-Apr-2014 19:47
A fascinating sight. An exciting find.

larose forest photos		15-Apr-2014 19:40
It would be fascinating to be able to explore this site. The sheer size is impressive, not to mention everything else about it. V

Gary Hudes		15-Apr-2014 19:22
An impressive stone facade for these tombs. A solemn looking place. V.

Milan Vogrin		15-Apr-2014 19:22
Very interesting and well presented! V!

Martin Lamoon		15-Apr-2014 19:14
These look old! Interesting to se the stepped design (top left) as seen in many Saudi buildings. v