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
About
The Jumeirah Archaeological Site, situated in the district of Jumeirah in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is a significant remnant of the Abbasid period, dating back to the 9th and 10th centuries CE. The site spans approximately 80,000 square meters and was part of a coastal route connecting India, China, Oman, and Iraq. Excavations have revealed a variety of structures including a mosque, caravanserai, and residential houses, along with numerous artefacts such as glazed pottery, bronze coins, and glass and stone items. These findings provide valuable insights into the architectural and cultural practices of the time, underscoring the site's importance as a center of trade and habitation during the early Post-Classical period.
Gallery
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Archaeological Features
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Storage Structures
Religious and Ritual Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Transportation and Communication Structures
Historical Timeline
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Plan Your Visit
Details
- Country
- the United Arab Emirates
- Source
- Wikipedia
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