Tell Hazna I

Tell Hazna I is an archaeological site in Al-Hasakah Governorate that rises about 17 meters above the surrounding landscape, with a diameter of roughly 150 meters. The mound consists of multiple settlement layers stacked on top of each other, documenting different phases of human occupation over time.

The site was continuously inhabited from the Ubaid period through the Early Dynastic period, spanning roughly 4000 to 2700 BCE without significant interruption. This extended occupation shows how important the location remained as a human settlement across many centuries.

The place served as a center for religious life, with two separate temple complexes reflecting how spiritual beliefs shaped daily existence. These sacred spaces show how deeply religion influenced the organization and identity of the community that lived here.

This archaeological site sits in a controlled area and requires special permits before visiting. It is worth checking local conditions before traveling, as access to this location can be restricted at times.

The deposits show a clear separation between later and earlier epochs, with the upper layers from the Early Dynastic period and the lower layers representing much older cultures. This layering gives archaeologists a rare window into how settlement patterns and building techniques evolved over a thousand years.

Location: Al-Hasakah Governorate

GPS coordinates: 36.66139,40.89556

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:08