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Ghaba
16.6700° N, 33.4496° E
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Ghaba is a significant Neolithic archaeological site located in Central Sudan's Shendi region, primarily serving as a cemetery mound. The site, dating from 4750 to 3650 BCE, reveals crucial insights into early Neolithic cultures in the Nile Valley. Notable for its extensive collection of pottery, Ghaba's artifacts suggest localized cultural practices distinct from Nubia, including unique funerary traditions. The site also indicates early cereal domestication, challenging previous assumptions of strict pastoralism in the region. The presence of grave goods such as pottery, body ornaments, and evidence of trade networks highlights the complex social and economic systems of its inhabitants. Ghaba's archaeological findings contribute significantly to understanding regional differentiation during the Neolithic period in Central Sudan.
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Second Occupation Phase
4000–3650 BCE
First Occupation Phase
4750–4350 BCE
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