Unearthing History: 4,000-Year-Old Oasis Town Discovered in Saudi Arabia
Lifestyle Archaeologists have discovered the remains of an ancient town hidden underneath the walled oasis of Khaybar in Saudia ArabiaArchaeologists have unveiled the remnants of a 4,000-year-old fortified town, Al-Natah, nestled within the Khaybar oasis in northwest Saudi Arabia. This discovery provides valuable insights into ancient life, revealing a shift from nomadic lifestyles to early forms of urban settlement in the region.Aerial view of the walled settlement.A Glimpse into the PastAround 2400 BC, during the early Bronze Age, the town had about 500 residents before its mysterious abandonment around 1400 BC. Observations from the air exposed pathways and housing foundations, revealing a walled layout spanning 2.6 hectares. The layout contained approximately 50 houses, suggesting a structured community within the town’s fortified boundaries. Researchers found that Al-Natah’s compact structure marked a transition between nomadic and...
