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Byzantine Monastery at Jabal Harun
Byzantine Monastery at Jabal Harun
Byzantine Monastery at Jabal Harun
Byzantine Monastery at Jabal Harun is a ruined monastery located on Jabal Harun (Mount Aaron), west of the city of Petra in Ma’an Governorate, Jordan. The construction of the monastery dates back to the Byzantine era, in the 5th century AD. The site includes a group of archaeological remains, including the paintings and mosaic floors, which date back to the 6th century AD.
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Country: Jordan
District: Ma’an Governorate
Category: Churches and Monasteries
Site History: 5th Century AD
Oldest Culture: Christian
Later Cultures: Christian
Site Features: Christian Monuments
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Elevation: 1254 m
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