An ongoing archaeological excavation in the Babylon Governorate of Iraq has yielded 478 artifacts, according to a recent site visit by the local excavation committee. The artifacts discovered at the site include pottery, cylinder seals, and items inscribed with ancient cuneiform script, contributing valuable insights into the ancient Babylonian civilization.
A Detailed Look at the Excavation Site
The committee, led by Mr. Suhail Al-Tamimi, Director of Excavations, visited Block 19/3, District 38 Fayadia, where the excavation is headed by Qahtan Abbas Hassan Aboud, and consequently issued a press release about the research findings.
The excavation area is divided into two key sections: Point A and Point B, each offering unique insights into Babylon’s history.
Point A is situated in the southern section and covers an area of 6 dunams (approximately 6,000 square meters or 1.5 acres). This area contains two distinct floor levels, the first of which has been eroded due to natural forces and previous disturbances, likely from earlier excavations or environmental factors. However, the second floor remains intact and dates back to ancient Babylon, providing a well-preserved snapshot of the city’s historical architecture.
Arial view of Point A and Point B at the Fayadia District, Babylon Governorate, Iraq. (Iraq’s State Board of Antiquities and Heritage)
Point B, which spans 9 dunams (approximately 9,000 square meters or 2.2 acres), houses two residential units with rooms of varying dimensions. These…
