Archaeologists have uncovered a hidden tomb beneath the Treasury monument in Petra, Jordan, containing 12 well-preserved human skeletons and grave offerings, more than two decades after similar tombs were found nearby. The tomb was discovered using ground-penetrating radar, and researchers hope to learn more about the Nabatean people and the purpose of the Treasury from the findings. The discovery could provide new insight into the Nabatean kingdom. The Treasury, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, remains a mystery, and the recent excavation could lead to more discoveries in the area. The tomb was featured in a two-part episode of a reality television series, and researchers believe that there could be more tombs in the area waiting to be explored with the right funding. The discovery has the potential to reveal more about the ancient city carved into the walls of a desert canyon and shed light on the history and culture of the Nabateans.
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