Monastery of Sir Bani Yas, Christian archaeological ruins on Sir Bani Yas Island, United Arab Emirates
The remains include a church structure, monastic quarters, courtyards, dormitories, and multiple buildings spread across the eastern section of the island.
Excavations in 1992 revealed this 7th-century monastery complex, which operated for 150 years after the arrival of Islam in the region.
The site contains carved crosses in plaster and decorative stucco panels that demonstrate the artistic expressions of early Christian communities in the Arabian Gulf.
Visitors can access the archaeological site from Saturday through Thursday between 10 AM and 6 PM, with Friday hours from 2 PM to 6 PM.
Archaeological findings indicate trade connections through discovered artifacts from Bahrain, India, and Iraq, showing extensive commercial networks of the period.
Location: Sir Bani Yas
GPS coordinates: 24.32640,52.59730
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:46
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