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Petra Royal Tombs is a rock-cut site in Jordan, Asia. UNESCO World Heritage List: Petra gives its chronology as “c. 1st century BCE to 2nd century CE.” Its listed material is Sandstone.
A row of monumental tombs carved into the Jabal al-Khubtha cliffs.



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Compare the published evidence and its interpretations. “Consensus” records the mainstream account; “Alternative” identifies a competing interpretation, not an equally established conclusion. Estimates and unresolved questions remain qualified in the claim text.
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| Date | 50 BCE - 150 CE c. 1st century BCE to 2nd century CE UNESCO World Heritage List: Petra | No claims found. |
| Purpose | Tombs UNESCO World Heritage List: Petra | No claims found. |
| Method | No claims found. | No claims found. |
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Approximate - counted from January 1, 50 CE (UTC). Based on the midpoint of 50 BCE - 150 CE; the underlying date is uncertain.
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