Water Control in the Desert of the Nabateans

Petra, the metropolis of the Nabateans, is a fortified city surrounded by breathtaking rock formations. Inside the city, there are abundant springs and flourishing gardens. The Nabateans employed unique farming techniques, such as contouring the land and planting a single fruit tree at the central point, allowing them to make the most of their desert surroundings. They also built hidden reservoirs across the desert, giving them a strategic advantage in trade and warfare. The Nabateans valued their freedom and used the desert as a fortress, utilizing their secret reservoirs for water supply.