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Saudi Arabia, Madinah, nr. Al-Ula, Madain Saleh (aka Hegra). Decorative carvings including a
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Saudi Arabia, Madinah, nr. Al-Ula, Madain Saleh (aka Hegra). Decorative carvings including a
Saudi Arabia, Madinah, nr. Al-Ula, Madain Saleh (aka Hegra). Decorative carvings including a (now headless) raptor adorn the facade of a rock-cut tomb at Qasr al-Bint, part of an ancient Nabatean settlement which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Arabian Peninsula Burial Inscription Nabatean Saudi Arabia Script Settlement Tomb World Heritage Site Al Ula Hegra Madain Saleh Madinah
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This print takes us on a journey to Saudi Arabia, specifically Madinah near Al-Ula, where the ancient site of Madain Saleh (also known as Hegra) stands proudly. The image showcases the intricate beauty of decorative carvings that grace the facade of a rock-cut tomb at Qasr al-Bint, an integral part of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. The eye is immediately drawn to a headless raptor carving adorning the tomb's exterior, its detailed features frozen in time. This exquisite artwork reflects the rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess of the Nabatean civilization that once thrived here. As we delve deeper into this photograph, we are transported back in time to an era when this settlement was bustling with life. The script and inscriptions etched onto these rocks tell stories untold - tales of burial rituals and ancient traditions that have stood against the test of time. The architecture itself is awe-inspiring; hewn from solid rock formations, it seamlessly blends with its desert surroundings. This remarkable feat exemplifies human ingenuity and resourcefulness in harnessing nature's elements for both practicality and aesthetic appeal. Intriguingly situated within Saudi Arabia's Arabian Peninsula, this UNESCO World Heritage Site serves as a testament to our shared human history. It invites us to unravel mysteries buried beneath layers of sand while igniting our curiosity about civilizations long gone but not forgotten. AG's expert lens has captured not just a mere photograph but also an invitation for
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