Tell Arpachiyah, Archaeological site near Mosul, Iraq
Tell Arpachiyah consists of a mound measuring 67 meters in diameter and rising 5.5 meters above the surrounding landscape near ancient Nineveh.
The excavation of Tell Arpachiyah began in 1933 under archaeologists Max Mallowan and John Cruikshank Rose, revealing structures from the Halaf period.
The settlement produced specialized polychrome pottery with intricate designs, demonstrating advanced manufacturing techniques during the Halaf and Ubaid periods.
The archaeological site contains remnants of cobbled streets, circular buildings with domed vaults, and rectangular structures that indicate different functional areas.
Excavations uncovered a cemetery containing 50 graves from the Ubaid period, with ceramic offerings providing insights into burial practices of ancient Mesopotamia.
GPS coordinates: 36.49324,42.95255
Latest update: March 5, 2025 17:41
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