#SaudiArabia's The Royal Commission for AlUla has announced a significant #archaeological #discovery at #AlNatah, providing a fascinating glimpse into the urban planning of a #Bronze #Age #settlement. Dating back to 2400-1300 BCE, the site reveals a clear division within the fortified city, with separate areas designated for residential and funerary purposes. This #deliberate #segregation of #space #suggests a conscious effort to organize the community and manage the deceased, reflecting the #cultural #beliefs and #practices of the time. The presence of fortifications also indicates potential conflicts and the need for defense, highlighting the challenges faced by these early inhabitants. ▪️According to the #RCU, #AlNatah covered an area of 2.6 hectares and housed a population of around 500 people. This provides #valuable #data for #understanding the demographics and spatial organization of #Bronze #Age settlements in the region. The findings contribute significantly to our #knowledge of how these societies structured their communities, managed their #living #spaces, and conducted their burial rituals. Further exploration of #AlNatah promises to reveal more about #daily #life, social interactions, and the relationships between different settlements during this era. ▪️This #discovery emphasizes the importance of archaeological research in #SaudiArabia and its potential to #illuminate the #history of the #Arabian #Peninsula. As the #RCU continues its investigations at Al-Natah, we can expect to gain a #deeper #understanding of the #cultural, #social, and #economic factors that shaped the lives of the people who once called this #ancient #city #home. #Saudi #Vision2030 #Tourism #Hospitality
So interesting to learn about the demographic and spatial organization of Bronze Age settlements! This research will surely enhance our understanding of the region's history and culture.
The Bronze Age was a pivotal time in a human history. I think that this fascinating discovery could mark a significant development of multicultural Saudi Arabia’s role across various civilizations in the past. Archaeological discoveries from this era provide valuable insights into the past and contribute to our understanding of modern societies, and technologies.
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4moKHALED ALOUD stunning find!