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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 J12 Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah 1
DStetch Version, Petroglyph J12 Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah. Wild Ass and sun symbol. Likely Neolithic or earlier. [Fossati 2019 Messages from the Past: Rock Art of the Al-Hajar Mountains (Oman)].Khatm Al Melaha is an ... Read More
Petroglyph J14 Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah 3
Natural Version, Petroglyph J14 Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah. Two wild asses. Likely Neolithic or earlier. [Fossati 2019 Messages from the Past: Rock Art of the Al-Hajar Mountains (Oman)].Khatm Al Melaha is an archaeological site ... Read More
Petroglyph G19, Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah 1
Natural Version with Paint, Petroglyph G19, Khatm Al Melaha, Kalba, Sharjah. 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 an ... Read More