Royal Commission Unveils 19,000 Petroglyphs

The Royal Commission for Al-Ula has announced the results of an archaeological campaign that documented over 19,800 rock engravings dating back more than 12,000 years. These include depictions of animals, human figures, diverse lifestyles ranging from hunting to herding, as well as scenes of battles and ancient trade routes. The campaign aims to showcase the region's rich historical and archaeological heritage, focusing on analyzing drawing techniques, overlaying engravings, and studying environmental changes evident across the sites. The engravings also reveal the continued presence of extinct animals, scenes depicting trade and transportation, and document the evolution of lifestyles from ancient times to the modern era.

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