Category: Archaeology

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Archaeology

Petra Royal Tombs: The Al Khubtha Trail Map & Info

Most travelers flocking to Petra might think that the Rose City consists of just the Treasury (Al Kazneh) and the Siq. But this one-of-a-kind place on earth that stretches on for more than 10km is filled with fascinating structures from beginning to end. And that’s why when you step into the rose city, you’ll find yourself amidst a several fascinating trails to this magnificent place. … Continue reading Petra Royal Tombs: The Al Khubtha Trail Map & Info

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Archaeology

Petra Monastery Trail: A Closer Look at the Ancient Backdoor Route to Ad-Deir

Far from the Siq and the crowds that line in front of the Treasury lies another way into Petra. This one was a quieter path, a back door hiking route to the monastery that follows the same paths the Nabataeans once used to travel between Little Petra (Siq al-Barid aka the Cold Siq) and the sandstone highlands surrounding Ad-Deir (the Monastery). These trails weren’t made … Continue reading Petra Monastery Trail: A Closer Look at the Ancient Backdoor Route to Ad-Deir

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Roman Amphitheatre Amman: Statues, Museums, and Hidden Secrets

Carved into the hillside of the country’s capital, Amman’s Roman Amphitheatre is the city’s most iconic landmark and a spectacular piece of ancient ruin that still puts its visitors in awe even after centuries of wear. It stays as a significant piece of Jordan’s history when the country was once known as Philadelphia under the Roman rule. Sitting on a calculated angle facing north to … Continue reading Roman Amphitheatre Amman: Statues, Museums, and Hidden Secrets

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The Petra Main Trail: See the Rose City’s Most Important Monuments in a Day

The most walked by travelers and once walked by the Nabateans that built the Rose City – the Main Trail of Petra is how you will see the city’s most iconic sites and even the lesser-known ones in a single day. The Trail starts at the Petra Visitor Center before sloping down into the valley, into the grandiose Siq, and deeper to a world where … Continue reading The Petra Main Trail: See the Rose City’s Most Important Monuments in a Day

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Archaeology, Historics, Religious Places

Göreme Open-Air Museum: Sacred Cave Churches in Cappadocia

Beneath the soft curves of Cappadocia’s surreal landscape lies a world shaped by centuries of faith and resilience. The Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, was once a thriving monastic center for early Christians escaping persecution and punishments of war. After Christianity was legalized in the Roman Empire, the region became a spiritual refuge during the Arab-Byzantine wars. Christians who fled … Continue reading Göreme Open-Air Museum: Sacred Cave Churches in Cappadocia

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Map of Petra – The Complete Petra Trails Guide of The Rose City

“A red-rose city, half as old as time”– John William In a world that’s unlike anything else, surrounded by pink stones and valleys unlike anywhere else, stands the ruins of a rock-cut city that still ignites wonder and awe in its visitors. Built by the Nabateans in the 3rd century, Petra, known as the Rose City, with its pink colored sands and equally rose-colored rocks … Continue reading Map of Petra – The Complete Petra Trails Guide of The Rose City

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Top Artifacts to See in Istanbul Archaeology Museum: Sarcophaguses, Greek Gods and Items from Troy

In a place like Istanbul where museums are abundant, Ottoman palaces that still stand in all its glory and underground water reserves that makes jaw drop, the Istanbul Archaeology Museum goes unvisited by many travelers. With its vast collection of artifacts, the museum invites visitors to explore the layers of history that shaped entire empires in Turkey with intricate sculptures of Roman Emperors and even … Continue reading Top Artifacts to See in Istanbul Archaeology Museum: Sarcophaguses, Greek Gods and Items from Troy

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Archaeological Site of Yria: Apollo and Dionysus’ Sacred Sanctuaries on Naxos Island

Travelers and locals alike renown Naxos, the largest and most fertile island in the Cyclades, for its beautiful beaches, picturesque villages, and stunning ancient ruins. Among its lesser-known but incredibly important sites is the archaeological site of Yria. This fascinating place sits in the heart of Naxos Island, just a short drive away from the town. The area is dedicated to the Greek gods Apollo … Continue reading Archaeological Site of Yria: Apollo and Dionysus’ Sacred Sanctuaries on Naxos Island

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The Temple of Philae: Sanctuary of Isis, the Rosetta Stone and the Last Hieroglyph of Ancient Egypt

One of the most beautiful Egyptian temples in the land of the pyramids and its secrets is the Temple of Philae, aka the Temple of Isis. Surrounded by blue waters and bluer skies, this place is a must visit temple in Egypt that tells the tales of the pharaohs, the birth of the gods and the invasion of the Romans. Don’t miss Philae Temple in … Continue reading The Temple of Philae: Sanctuary of Isis, the Rosetta Stone and the Last Hieroglyph of Ancient Egypt

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The Basilica Cistern: Inside Istanbul’s Largest Underground Water Reserve

Noone would ever guess that under the city of Istanbul, standing 52 feet underground lies an entire world of water systems and reservoir built 1500 years ago in the age of Constantinople. Hundreds of ancient cisterns still hold water today, lying quietly beneath the modern world without disturbing anyone or anything on the surface. Out of these hundreds, the Basilica Cistern is the biggest and … Continue reading The Basilica Cistern: Inside Istanbul’s Largest Underground Water Reserve

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