Columned Chamber

Columned Chamber

Siq al-Barid, Jordan

The chamber is fronted by two standing columns in antis (A row of columns that is set in a line across an entrance, between two pilasters or corner posts.). There isn't any decoration or carving inside. Below the chamber is a cave-house with three rooms. One room has recessed shelves in the walls. Possibly the columned chamber was the chapel for a memorial cult, and the house below was occupied by whoever was in charge of the rites