Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Tell el-Maqlub, located in Ajloun Governorate, Jordan, is a significant archaeological site representing a fortified settlement from the Bronze and Iron Ages. Overlooking the Wadi Yabis, it provides insights into ancient urban development and defense mechanisms, particularly through the remnants of its massive defensive walls. The site is commonly associated with biblical Jabesh Gilead and features pottery from various periods, including the Roman-Byzantine era. Archaeological surveys suggest it was a prominent fortified town during the Iron Age, with extensive agricultural terraces on surrounding hills. Tell el-Maqlub's strategic location and historical references underscore its importance in understanding regional historical dynamics and settlement patterns.
Archaeological Features
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Defensive Structures
Agricultural and Land Use Features
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