Excavating the Nabataean Incense Road

Excavations along the Nabataean Incense Road, stretching from Petra to Gaza, reveal its dynamic evolution as a vital trade route, peaking under Roman rule after 106 CE before declining in the third century. This study highlights key archaeological sites conserved between 1993 and 2000, which later contributed to the road's inclusion on UNESCO's World Heritage list in 2005. The research employed systematic excavations and conservation efforts to trace the route's transformation, offering insights into its historical significance as a conduit for long-distance trade.

Erickson-Gini, T., & Israel, Y. (2013). Excavating the Nabataean Incense Road. Journal of Eastern Mediterranean Archaeology and Heritage Studies, 1(1), 24–53. https://doi.org/10.5325/jeasmedarcherstu.1.1.0024