Sight
Tell Abraq
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Tell Abraq is a prominent archaeological site located on the coast of Umm Al Quwain, featuring a stratified mound that spans over 4,000 years of human occupation. Excavations have uncovered a large fortified settlement from the Umm Al Nar period (c. 2500–2000 BCE), including a circular stone tower, collective tombs, and pottery. Later Iron Age layers reveal a fort and evidence of trade with Mesopotamia and the Indus Valley. Visitors can walk among the ruins and see the exposed stone structures, though the site is unshaded and requires sturdy footwear.
Don't miss
- The massive Umm Al Nar period circular stone tower
- Excavated collective tombs with grave goods on display at the museum
- Iron Age fortifications and remnants of ancient trade goods
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Tell Abraq
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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