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Description: Petroglyph from the archaeological site of Wadi Shie, Sharjah, UAE. Wadi Shie is located around the city of Khor Fakkan on the east coast of Sharjah. Some petroglyphs have been found in this area. Boulder number WA4.

Methodology: 3D model made in Agisoft Metashape using 1097 images with additional processing completed in Geomagic Wrap, Blender, and InstantMeshes.

Acknowledgment: This work is part of the collaboration agreement between Sharjah Archaeology Authority and Global Digital Heritage for the digitization of the Cultural Heritage of the Emirate of Sharjah (United Arab Emirates). We want to publicly thank the vision and determined drive of Dr. Sabah Abboud Jasim and H.E. Eisa Yousif. We also want to show our gratitude to all the SAA staff.


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