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Khirbet ed Dharih

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Khirbet ed-Dharih is an archaeological site for a Nabataean settlement and religious sanctuary outside of Petra, Jordan.

History

At the site, archaeologists have found both a Nabataean town as well as a monumental temple complex.

Artifacts from Khirbet ed-Dharih have been exhibited at the American Museum of Natural History during their exhibit entitled: Petra: Lost City of Stone.

Extensive looting has taken place and recent analysis has determined that the looted area extends for 2,522 square meters.

References

Khirbet ed-Dharih Wikipedia