Nawamis
Jebel Ruwaik nawamis, Yemen
Nawamis are circular stone tombs located in the Sinai desert. The bones found in the tombs date from 4000–3150 BCE.[1]
Nawamis are constructed of sandstone, about 2–2.5 m (6.6–8.2 ft) high and 3–6 m (9.8–19.7 ft) in diameter, and have openings facing West.[2]
Some authorities believe that the stone structures are younger than the remains found therein.[3]
Location
There are two spots with Nawamis on the road from Dahab to St. Catherine:
- Hdhabat Chajaj Nawamis (usually pictured), coordinates: 088750E, 808520N
- Al trefiya Nawamis (only ruins survive).
References
- ↑ "Nawamis". Allsinai.info.
- ↑ "Nawamis". GoRedSea.com.
- ↑ "Nawamis, Sinai Peninsula; Egypt". The Stone.
External links
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