Bidaa Bint Saud

The archaeological complex contains Bronze Age tombs and Iron Age structures situated around a 40-meter-high rock formation called Garn bint Saud.

The settlement flourished between 3200 BCE and 300 BCE, developing from a Bronze Age burial ground into an Iron Age community with water management systems.

The excavated tombs reveal burial practices spanning two millennia, with chambers containing pottery, stone vessels, dagger blades, and bronze arrowheads.

Located 25 kilometers north of Al Ain, the site presents remains of underground water channels and a mud-brick building measuring 10 by 13 meters.

Two preserved falaj irrigation systems demonstrate early water management techniques, featuring shaft holes and an underground shariaa leading to a large cistern.

Location: Emirate of Abu Dhabi

Part of: Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)

GPS coordinates: 24.38230,55.71570

Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:29