A lesson in the open air

Collection title

Tourism

ID

JRT00136

Source

JRTV (JO)

First broadcast date

1982

Production year

1982

Abstract

A student's scientific trip to Petra to learn about the history of the city and its first inhabitants; the Nabataean. They will know about their way of life, how they trasported water, built houses, amphitheatres and caves. In addition to the wars to defend their kingdom. The students will also discover the books on the inhabitants of Petra known for their patience and their ability to face all the challenges. The Nabataeans used to dig in rocks and and organize their life so as to be protected from the harsh climate. They used these constructions not only as dwellings but for trade and handicrafts.

Type

video

Production companies

• Television - Own production

Broadcaster

JRTV - Jordan Television

Audiovisual form

Educational programme

Primary theme

Archaeological sites

Secondary themes

• Historical heritages / Pre-history

Credits / Cast

• Annab Zahia - Author of original work
• Tall Bilal - Author of original work
• Dhayra Missoun - Speaker
• Echaar Maraie - Director

Period of events

• From -500 to 0

Map locations

• Jordan - Arabian desert - Petra

Original language

Arabic

Media running time

23m34

Additional information

Touring the city of Petra with students.