Medieval History
The residents of Ruwaydah, a historic site in northern Qatar believed to be inhabited from the medieval to the early modern period, were quite wealthy and led a good quality of life.
?The pottery excavated so far is generally good quality, an indication that people there were having a good life,? archaeological excavations team leader Dr Andrew Petersen told Gulf Times.
Click here to read this article from the Gulf Times
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Medieval History
Medieval site in Qatar reveals signs of wealth
The residents of Ruwaydah, a historic site in northern Qatar believed to be inhabited from the medieval to the early modern period, were quite wealthy and led a good quality of life.
?The pottery excavated so far is generally good quality, an indication that people there were having a good life,? archaeological excavations team leader Dr Andrew Petersen told Gulf Times.
Click here to read this article from the Gulf Times
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