Mleiha Archaeological Centre
Ancient settlement with tombs and fortifications
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 Mleiha Archaeological Centre in the United Arab Emirates showcases an extensive history of human settlement, revealing evidence from the Middle Paleolithic period onwards. The site is renowned for its Umm Al Nar tombs, indicative of sophisticated burial practices during the Early Bronze Age. A significant fortified structure known as the Mleiha Fort dates to the Late Iron Age, suggesting strong defensive strategies and possibly serving as a seat of a South Arabian kingdom. The site's artifacts, including Hellenistic coins and metallurgical evidence, underscore its role as a vibrant hub of trade and craft. These elements collectively highlight Mleiha as a vital cultural and historical landmark in understanding the ancient human societies of the Arabian Peninsula.
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Archaeological Features
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Defensive Structures
Water Management Features
Burial and Funerary Structures
Industrial and Craft Structures
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Historical Timeline
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- the United Arab Emirates
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