Petra: One of the new Seven Wonders of the World
Petra was recently designated as one of the new wonders of the world. It is renowned for its rock-cut architecture. UNESCO has described it as “one of the most precious cultural properties of man’s cultural heritage.” The Roman author Pliny the Elder identified Petra as a centre of caravan trade. The Biblical references to Petra are not clear but Rekem, its native name, appears in Jewish literature.
This puzzling and marvelous wonder of the world will be discussed by Prof. Dan Graf who is one of the archeologists immersed in the archaelogical work at this site in modern Jordan.”
Prof David Graf
Date: Thursday, Feb 19, 2009
Time: 6:30pm – Wine and cheese
7:00pm – Lecture (45min – 1hour)
Where: Atlantic Room (Bayside Pavilion)
Please RSVP– Call Jessica at 305 285 2702