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Archaeologists have found a massive ancient fortification enclosing the Khaybar Oasis in the North Arabian Desert. It is one of the two largest fortifications in Saudi Arabia.
The groundbreaking discovery throws light on the Bronze Age, with archaeologists finding a colossal walled oasis in the heart of the North Arabian Desert. The walls date back to a time when the now-barren sands teemed with life and activity.
The Khaybar Oasis is a massive structure dating back to between 2250 and 1950 BCE. Once spanning a staggering 14.5 kilometers (9 miles), the Khaybar fortifications are among the two largest of their kind in Saudi Arabia.
The newly discovered fortification was revealed by scientists from the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS) in France and the Saudi Arabian archaeological commission, the Royal Commission for Al-‘Ula.
The team of scientists estimate the settlement’s walls were construction between 2250 and 1950 BCE, based on radiocarbon dating of samples collected during excavations.
The discovery offers a rare glimpse into the lives of those who called the oasis home. These ancient builders, believed to be indigenous populations, not only settled in this once-lush area but also went to great lengths to protect and demarcate their territory.
