Petra: Secrets of the Ancient Builders
Genres
Overview
In the heart of the Jordanian desert, the ancient city of Petra is full of mysteries. How was this architectural wonder created over 2,000 years ago? The technical prowess of Petra, an ancient city in southern Jordan, which was a wonder in the middle of the desert.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
44 min
Release Date
2019-06-30
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
6
Vote Average
8.2
Bert Thomas Morris
Narrator
7.2
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6.3
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0.0
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0.0
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7.0
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0.0
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7.2
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0.0
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0.0
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0.0
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0.0
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10.0
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7.0
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7.2
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0.0
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6.5
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0.0
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7.4
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0.0
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0.0
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