Various Archeological Finds in Syria

Damascus / Daraa, (SANA) – The General Department of Archeology and Museums announced on Tuesday the discovery of a castle in the Tel Ifs area in Idleb Governorate which dates back to the 14th century BC, containing a cuneiform tablet detailing rituals of ceremonial burial. The Department also announced the discovery of a mural depicting Judgment Day in al-Marqab Castle dating back to the 12th century AD. In Deir Ezzor Governorate, northeast of the country, the first wagon wheel was discovered at the Mari (Tel Hariri) site dating back to the 3rd millennium BC, which makes it the first wheel ever invented in the world. The Department also announced the completion of the excavation and renovation of the Jabla amphitheater and the rehabilitation and restoration of al-Zahrawi Castle, which is being converted to a museum for... [read full story]