7 Wonders- Lost City Of Petra

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    In which modern-day country is Petra?

    • Israel
    • Jordan
    • Egypt
    • Lebanon
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  • 2. 

    Who built the City?

    • The Greeks

    • Nobody knows

    • The Romans

    • Nabatean Arabs

    Correct Answer
    A. Nabatean Arabs
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Nabatean Arabs. This is because the Nabatean Arabs were known for their architectural skills and were responsible for constructing the ancient city. The Greeks, Romans, and nobody else are not mentioned as the builders of the city, making them incorrect options.

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    On entering the City the modern-day visitor will be confronted by one of the most dramatic of all Petra's buildings. What is it called?  - ProProfs

    On entering the City the modern-day visitor will be confronted by one of the most dramatic of all Petra's buildings. What is it called? 

    • The Treasury

    • Lion Fountain

    • Broken Pediment Tomb

    • The Al-zantur House

    Correct Answer
    A. The Treasury
    Explanation
    The correct answer is The Treasury. When entering the city of Petra, visitors are greeted by the impressive sight of The Treasury, one of the most iconic and dramatic buildings in Petra. This ancient structure is carved into the sandstone cliff and features intricate architectural details and a grand facade. It is a popular tourist attraction and has been featured in several movies, adding to its allure and mystique.

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    Usually, visitors will enter Petra through a long narrow winding gorge. What is this called?  - ProProfs

    Usually, visitors will enter Petra through a long narrow winding gorge. What is this called? 

    • The Gorge

    • The Siq

    • The Djinn's Way

    • Wadi Moussa

    Correct Answer
    A. The Siq
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The Siq". The Siq is a long narrow winding gorge that serves as the main entrance to the ancient city of Petra. It is a natural geological formation formed by tectonic forces and erosion over thousands of years. The Siq is famous for its towering cliffs and beautiful rock formations, and it provides a dramatic and awe-inspiring entrance to the archaeological site of Petra.

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    Who was the first Western explorer to reach Petra?

    • Johann Ludwig Burckhardt

    • Gaston Maspero

    • Howard Carter

    • Giovanni Battista Belzoni

    Correct Answer
    A. Johann Ludwig Burckhardt
    Explanation
    Johann Ludwig Burckhardt was the first Western explorer to reach Petra. He was a Swiss traveler and explorer who disguised himself as an Arab and successfully infiltrated the city of Petra in 1812. Burckhardt's discovery of Petra brought it to the attention of the Western world and led to further exploration and excavation of the ancient city.

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