New Historical Discoveries In Zabid [Archives:2000/09/Local News]

Canadian archaeological team currently carrying out surveys and excavations in Al-Modmin, Zabid governorate near Al-Fazah historical port on the Red Sea has attained positive discoveries expected to be of significant historical value for human history. The new discoveries unearthed last week are now under study and examination by the 11-member experts and geologists of the team. Dense volcanic ashes believed to be drifted by winds coming from Zaqir and Hanish islands have also been discovered at the same location.
The Canadian team began excavation in 1997. In addition, it has also discovered a historical city full of huge stones, swords and daggers made of stone dating back to the Bronze Age.
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