Archaeologists reveal new findings on the history of the early-Islamic caliphate palace Khirbat al-Minya
Saturday, October 22, 2016 - 09:33
in Paleontology & Archaeology
New excavations are underway to investigate the use of the palace Khirbat Al-Minya following the severe earthquake of 749 AD. New findings show that the building lost its palatial function as a result of the earthquake and was subsequently only used by craftsmen, traders, and sugar cane farmers.