Nabataeans: Mysteries and Excavations of a Lost City

Long considered a mere necropolis, the ancient city of Petra conceals much more than tombs carved into the rock. At the heart of this exceptional site, the Nabataeans, a caravan people, built a truly flourishing city starting in the 4th century BC, comparable to the great Hellenized metropolises such as Alexandria or Pergamum.

Today, new excavations conducted by international teams are shedding light on the fascinating history of this mysterious civilization. How did this nomadic people become sedentary? What were their customs, art, and architecture, and the true extent of their empire, which stretched from Saudi Arabia to southern Syria?

Discover the history, enigmas, and latest revelations about the Nabataean kingdom and the lost city of Petra.

The Kingdom of the Nabataeans, from Petra to Hegra
Director: Bernard George
Production Date: 2004