Nearly 6,000 archaeological sites documented in Kurdistan

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6,000 archaeological sites in Kurdistan

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – The Kurdistan Region's Directorate of Antiquities has recorded nearly 6,000 archaeological sites across the Kurdistan Region, with 30 archaeological teams actively carrying out surveys and excavations annually, according to the director of Kurdistan Region's Antiquities, Kaifi Mustafa

In an interview with Kurdistan24, Mustafa disclosed that Duhok province has conducted the most wide-ranging archaeological surveys, followed by Sulaimani and Erbil provinces.

He highlighted that important preservation efforts have been applied to look after these archaeological sites

"We receive many international archaeological teams visiting the Kurdistan Region every year, mainly from the United States, Japan, Europe, and several other countries," Mustafa told Kurdistan24.

These teams take part in numerous training programs throughout the year, contributing to the region's archaeological expertise.

The Kurdistan Region has developed into an important hub for archaeological research in the Middle East, hosting several international excavation missions.

The region's rich historical heritage spans multiple civilizations, dating back thousands of years

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has been keenly engaged to preserve and document these archaeological sites since establishing its autonomous administration.

The partnership with international archaeological teams has not only improved the region's ability for preservation but has also contributed to the global understanding of ancient Mesopotamian civilizations.

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