Tell Halaf (Guzana) — Archaeological in Khabur River, Al-Hasakah, Iron Age, Bit-Bahiani

Archaeological · Khabur River, Al-Hasakah

Tell Halaf (Guzana)

تل حلف (غوزانا)

36.8267° N · 40.0397° E

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“Palace orthostats and monumental sculpture.”

Iron Age, Bit-Bahiani · Khabur River, Al-Hasakah
Category
Archaeological
Era
Iron Age, Bit-Bahiani
Location
Khabur River, Al-Hasakah
UNESCO
Not inscribed

Overview

Beside the Khabur River, Guzana became the capital of the Aramaean kingdom of Bit-Bahiani. Its palaces were decorated with carved stone orthostats and monumental figures. The tell also gave its name to the much earlier prehistoric Halaf culture; these are distinct periods.

Significance

A capital whose sculpted palace facades are among the most recognizable Aramaean monuments.

Notable Features

  1. Palace orthostats and monumental sculpture

Visitor Tips

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