Historical Events tagged with "petraea"
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Politics & Government
Beginning of the Bostran Era in Arabia Petraea
March 22nd, 106 1918 years ago
The Bostran era marked a new calendar system for Arabia Petraea, establishing a timeline based on local governance. Introduced in the city of Bostra, it aimed to create a standardized dating method for administrative and civic purposes, facilitating trade and regional coordination. This initiative was crucial due to the area's diverse populations and the need for a unified method for record-keeping and taxation, reflecting the political awareness of local leaders.
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