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Tell Abada
34.1000° N, 45.1200° E
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Tell Abada is a significant archaeological site located in Diyala Governorate, Iraq. The site is characterized by its complete excavation, revealing a settlement mound from the Ubaid period. The tell covers 190 by 150 meters and stands 3.5 meters tall. Excavations have uncovered occupation layers from the transitional phase between the Samarra and Ubaid periods through to Ubaid 3. Notably, the site includes domestic structures with tripartite plans, kilns indicating pottery production, and a large number of child burials. The presence of Proto-Literate clay tokens suggests early administrative or economic activity. Tell Abada’s comprehensive excavation allows for an in-depth study of the Ubaid period's cultural and architectural developments, making it an invaluable resource for understanding prehistoric Mesopotamian societies.
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Samarra-Ubaid transitional phase
5000 BCE - 4000 BCE
Late Ubaid 2 phase
4500 BCE - 4000 BCE
Early Ubaid 3 phase
4500 BCE - 4000 BCE
Archaeological Features
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Storage Structures
Burial and Funerary Structures
Industrial and Craft Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Domestic and Habitation Structures
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