Tell Arpachiyah

Tell Arpachiyah is a significant prehistoric archaeological site located near Mosul in Iraq's Nineveh Province. The tell, or settlement mound, measures approximately 67 meters in diameter with a peak height of 5.5 meters. Initially scouted in 1928 and later excavated in 1933, the site has revealed a wealth of archaeological features dating back to the Halaf and Ubaid periods. Notable discoveries include Halaf structures such as tholoi and the 'Burnt House', alongside a variety of Halaf pottery, which has been instrumental in establishing the internal chronology of the Halaf period. Additionally, an Ubaid cemetery with 50 graves highlights the site's importance as a burial ground. Tell Arpachiyah's contributions to our understanding of prehistoric Mesopotamian culture and its role in the development of pottery manufacturing are invaluable.