Khinnis Reliefs, Assyrian rock relief site in Duhok Governorate, Iraq
The Khinnis Reliefs feature detailed rock carvings along the River Gomel, including depictions of kings, deities, and mythological creatures carved into limestone walls.
King Sennacherib commissioned these reliefs around 690 BC to commemorate the construction of an extensive canal system that supplied water to the city of Nineveh.
The inscriptions and carvings demonstrate Assyrian artistic techniques, engineering capabilities, and the relationship between royal power and water management systems.
The archaeological site requires advance arrangements for guided tours, and visitors should bring water supplies due to limited facilities in the remote location.
The Great Relief at Khinnis stands as the largest single Assyrian sculpture ever created, measuring several meters in height and width.
Location: Duhok Governorate
GPS coordinates: 36.75867,43.42544
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:57
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