Jumeirah Archaeological Site Dubai

Jumeirah was a station for camels and horses along the ancient trade route between modern Iraq and northern Oman. This suburban region south to Dubai city is inhabited by affluent population. An excavation in 1968 let out archaeological remains which were later detected to be from a period between 7th century and 15th century A.D. The remains ascertained the existence of houses, stores and souks. The time period of one of the houses coincided with the period of reign of one of the ruler in this region and was later proved to be his palace. The contemporary Islamic civilizations in other regions during this period include, Kush in northern Ras Al-Khaimah, and Jazirat al-Hulaylah.

Further excavations revealed metal armory, domestic equipment in stone, remains of dwellings, beach rock (farush) and lime plaster - the main materials used to build the houses - hunting tools, coins, pottery and other household remains. All these were later sent to Dubai Museum and Heritage and Diving Village, Shindagha.

Jumeirah Archaeological site revealed the existence of a full-fledged settlement in pre-Islamic and/or Islamic era. Serious researchers, archaeologists and international tourists always make it a point to visit this archaeological site for leisure and amusement, if not for gaining tremendous insights into the roots of modern culture and civilization of Dubai.

To preserve this important reserve of archaeological knowledge, Jumeirah Archeological Site is, generally, not open to the public. If you're an archaeology student or are part of a group of tourists, permission is granted on special request by Dubai Museum to visit the site.
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