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Beneath the famous Treasury monument in Petra, Jordan, archaeologists have uncovered a hidden tomb. Inside, they found 12 human skeletons and various grave offerings. This discovery is significant because it’s the first time such a tomb has been found intact at the Treasury.
Using advanced technology, researchers detected a void beneath the Treasury and carefully excavated it from the outside. The skeletons, likely belonging to both men and women of various ages, were found in their original burial positions.
The tomb’s discovery could shed light on the purpose of the Treasury and the Nabatean people who carved it into the desert canyon. The Treasury, known for its iconic appearance in the “Indiana Jones” film, attracts over a million visitors annually.
The excavation was featured on a television series, and the team believes there may be more tombs in the area. Funding is needed to continue these studies and potentially uncover further secrets of ancient Petra.