4,000-Year-Old Archaeological Site Discovered in Kirkuk

The General Authority for Antiquities and Heritage has announced the discovery of a significant archaeological site at Tell “Arab Kombet” in Kirkuk province. The site, estimated to be over 4,000 years old, dates back to historical periods spanning from the Early Dynastic Period to the Old Babylonian Period (third and second millennia BCE).

Mr Suhail Al-Tamimi, Director of the Excavations Department at the Authority, visited the site to inspect the ongoing excavation work. Two excavation teams have uncovered the remains of structural units, workshops, and kilns used for pottery production. Approximately 100 diverse archaeological artefacts have also been discovered.

Furthermore, the excavation workers unearthed architectural units constructed from mud bricks, along with tombs containing various offerings, bringing the total number of artefacts found so far to around 150.

Al-Tamimi emphasised the significance of these discoveries in determining the historical phases of the site. He also called for the documentation of all artefacts and architectural units using modern technology, stressing the need to adhere to scientific standards to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation of the site’s findings.

Source: Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities