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Oman

Ghul, Oman

Abandoned village in Omani Grand Canyon

Time Periods

Paleolithic

Paleolithic

Mesolithic

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Neolithic

Chalcolithic

Chalcolithic

Bronze Age

Bronze Age

Iron Age

Iron Age

Classical Period

Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Post-Classical Period

Early Modern Period

Early Modern Period

Industrial Period

Industrial Period

Contemporary Period

Contemporary Period

Location

About

Ghul, also known as Wadi Ghul, is an abandoned village located in the northwest of Al Hamra, Oman. The site is situated near the impressive geological feature known as the 'Omani Grand Canyon' and close to Jebel Shams, Oman's highest mountain peak. While the text does not provide detailed archaeological information such as specific structures or periods of occupation, the mention of an abandoned village suggests the presence of domestic and habitation structures, indicative of human settlement. The site's primary significance may lie in its geographical context and its potential to provide insights into past human adaptation to this unique landscape. Further archaeological investigation could reveal more about the village's historical significance, including its age, cultural affiliations, and reasons for abandonment.

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Domestic and Habitation Structures

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Details

Country
Oman
Source
Wikipedia