Bestansur, Archaeological site in Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Iraq.
The Bestansur archaeological mound spans 80 to 90 meters in diameter and rises 6 meters high on the Shahrizor Plain near the Zagros mountains.
Archaeological excavations initiated in 2012 have revealed continuous settlement patterns from the Early Neolithic period through Neo-Assyrian, Sasanian, and Ottoman periods.
The discovery of 72 individuals buried beneath Building 5 provides evidence of complex burial practices and social organization in Neolithic communities.
The archaeological site stands at an elevation of 553 meters above sea level and lies 30 kilometers southeast of Sulaymaniyah city.
Researchers uncovered an ancient textile net imprint that indicates early fishing practices due to the presence of water resources in the region.
Location: Sulaymaniyah Governorate
GPS coordinates: 35.37667,45.64556
Latest update: March 11, 2025 12:41
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