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Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
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Iron Age
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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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Batn-El-Hajar, meaning 'Belly of Stones,' is a significant archaeological region spanning about 160 kilometers along the Nile in present-day Sudan. Known for its harsh, granite-rich landscape, it historically marked the border between Upper and Lower Nubia. The area's archaeological significance is underscored by the presence of important A-Group and Meroitic sites. The A-Group culture, dating back to the 4th millennium BCE, reflects early Nubian settlements, while the Meroitic period, starting around the 3rd century BCE, highlights the region's role in the larger Nubian kingdom's history. Despite its inhospitable nature, Batn-El-Hajar provides valuable insights into ancient Nubian culture and the adaptations of its people to challenging environments.
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