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Harrat Kishb
Harrat Kishb
Harrat Kishb
Harrat Kishb is a volcanic fields of historical importance located southeast of Madinah in Al Madinah Region, Saudi Arabia. The site features various stone structures and over 20 kite-like formations identified in recent archaeological surveys. These kites, differing from those in Khaybar, have shallow-angled guiding walls and utilize the natural landscape to enhance their effectiveness as animal traps. While their exact age is unclear, evidence suggests these kites were used over a long period, reflecting a sustained hunting tradition and landscape modification. The area also includes "meandering walls", considered some of the earliest forms of kite-like structures.
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Country: Saudi Arabia
District: Al Madinah Region
Category: Ancient Rock Workes
Site History: Fourth Millennium BC
Oldest Culture: Neolithic
Later Cultures: Neolithic Age
Site Features: Neolithic Age Monuments
UNESCO Tentative List
Part of: Prehistoric Stone Structures in Saudi Arabia
Date of Submission: 2023
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Elevation: 897 m
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