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Petroglyph 1, Wadi al Hilo, Sharjah. This rock facer has numerous representations of the Neolithic, primarily various animals such as ibex and wild ass. Still under study and investigation.Wadi Helo (Arabic: وادي حلو, literally ‘Sweet wadi’) is a seasonal watercourse located in the Hajar Mountains of Sharjah, in the United Arab Emirates. There are remains of a massive 19th century village, as well as houses and features dating from the Neolithic to the Islamic Period. The site is important for both the extensive water course, and for the rich copper deposits that were mined for over 8000 years. Numerous petroglyphs are found along the edge of the wadi.


Petroglyph C5 Khatm
Petroglyph C5 Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah. Nubian Ibex, Syrian Wild Ass, and human figures are depicted. Probably Neolithic or earlier. These are common motifs in southern Arabia, Oman, and the UAE.Khatm Al Melaha is ... Read More
Petroglyph V8, Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah 3
"Natural Version, Petroglyph V8, Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah. A single Syrian Wild Ass. Neolithic or earlier. These are common motifs in southern Arabia, Oman, and the UAE. [Fossati 2019 Messages from the Past: Rock ... Read More
Petroglyph N15 Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah 3
DStretch Version, Petroglyph N15 Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah. Three or four Syrian Wild Ass. Likely Neolithic or earlier. [Fossati 2019 Messages from the Past: Rock Art of the Al-Hajar Mountains (Oman)].Khatm Al Melaha is ... Read More