Archaeological sites in UAE

Archaoelogical sites in
UAE
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● Hili Archaeological Park
● Jebel Hafeet Tomb
● Hatta Heritage Village
● Wadi Al Helo
● Khor Fakkan
 Hili Archaeological Park
Also one of few UNESCO heritage sites in the UAE, the Hili
Archeological Park has a history that dates back to the Bronze Age.
Most of the site is covered with a series of settlements, tombs and
water channels from the Umm an-Nar period. A notable structure is
the Hili Grand Tomb with ancient engravings of people and animals.

Location: Mohammed Bin Khalifa Street, Abu Dhabi

 Jebel Hafeet Tomb
The Jebel Hafeet Tombs are pretty unmistakable considering their
beehive shape. The site is permanently closed but you can catch a
glimpse of the structures at the foot of the Jebel Hafeet Mountain.
The tombs are close to the Jebel Hafeet Park. So you can always add
a trip to this historic site to your tour.

Location: Abu Dhabi

 HATTA HERITAGE VILLAGE

There are several things to do in Hatta and one of them is to visit the ruins
at the Hatta Heritage Village. Home to centuries-old citadels, towers, forts
and the remains of a former village, the historic location is a site that
history-buffs will certainly appreciate.

Restored in 2001, it’s one of the oldest villages in Dubai. Among the
historical sites is the house of the local ruler known as “Bait Al Wali”. You
can also take a look at artefacts which reflect the culture of the time like
furnishings, weaponry and more.

Location: Hatta, Dubai

 Wadi Al Helo
Nestled deep within the Hajar Mountains, the nature reserve is home
to a site from the Bronze Age. The discovery of ancient smelting
furnaces, traces of ores and workshop remains leads archaeologists to
believe that the area must have been used for metal production.

Also known as “Sweet Valley”, the area has been declared a protected
area due to an abundance of wild flora and fauna. A trek to the top of
the valley offers spectacular views of the ruins.

Location: Sharjah
 Khor Fakkan

You may know about Khorfakkan beach. But did you know
that the area has historic significance? Excavations carried
out by the Department of Antiquities in Sharjah have
discovered a large former settlement on slopes on three
mountains in Khor Fakkan by the sea.

Location: Sharjah
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