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What is the ancient name of the archaeological site known as Mada’in Saleh?
What is the ancient name of the archaeological site known as Mada’in Saleh?
- Al-Hijr (correct)
- Petra
- Timbuktu
- Giza
In which century did the Nabatean tribes settle in the Madain Saleh area?
In which century did the Nabatean tribes settle in the Madain Saleh area?
- 1st century BC
- 2nd century BC
- 1st century AD (correct)
- 3rd century AD
How many monumental rock-cut tombs are found in Hegra?
How many monumental rock-cut tombs are found in Hegra?
- 100
- 131 (correct)
- 150
- 200
What is the significance of Mada’in Saleh in relation to UNESCO?
What is the significance of Mada’in Saleh in relation to UNESCO?
What civilization is associated with the tombs found in Mada’in Saleh?
What civilization is associated with the tombs found in Mada’in Saleh?
Describe the geographical location of Mada’in Saleh.
Describe the geographical location of Mada’in Saleh.
What architectural features characterize the tombs of the Nabatean tribes in Hegra?
What architectural features characterize the tombs of the Nabatean tribes in Hegra?
What year was Mada’in Saleh proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
What year was Mada’in Saleh proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
What is the historical significance of the Nabatean tribes in relation to Mada’in Saleh?
What is the historical significance of the Nabatean tribes in relation to Mada’in Saleh?
Explain the term 'rock-cut tombs' as it applies to Hegra.
Explain the term 'rock-cut tombs' as it applies to Hegra.
Flashcards
Mada'in Saleh location
Mada'in Saleh location
Located near Al-'Ula, Medina Province, Hejazi Region, Saudi Arabia.
Nabataean origin
Nabataean origin
The lost civilization that built the tombs in Mada’in Saleh.
Mada'in Saleh's tombs
Mada'in Saleh's tombs
Monumental rock-cut tombs of the Nabataean Kingdom.
UNESCO World Heritage Site
UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Al-Hijr/Hegra
Al-Hijr/Hegra
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What are the other names for Mada'in Saleh?
What are the other names for Mada'in Saleh?
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Where is Mada'in Saleh located?
Where is Mada'in Saleh located?
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Who built the tombs at Mada'in Saleh?
Who built the tombs at Mada'in Saleh?
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What are the tombs like?
What are the tombs like?
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UNESCO designation?
UNESCO designation?
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Study Notes
Mada'in Saleh (Al-Hijr, Hegra)
- Archaeological site in Medina Province, Saudi Arabia.
- Located near Al-'Ula, about 20 miles north of it.
- Situated near the Jordan border.
- Represents the ancient tombs of the Nabataean tribes.
- Nabataean settlement began around the 1st century AD.
- Includes 131 monumental rock-cut tombs.
- Features ancient ruins carved into rock formations.
- Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008 - first for Saudi Arabia.
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