QUSEIR AMRA, A MANIFESTO IN STONE

Decoding the architecture of antiquity

An episode from the series LIVING STONES

Synopsis

Built in the 8th century during the Umayyad dynasty, the Quseir Amra bathhouse stands today, isolated, in the heart of the Jordanian steppe.

Inside, half-naked dancers and bathers, athletes, musicians, artisans, and figures in ceremonial attire cover the walls in an unexpected scene, making this site a unique testament to the early days of Islam.