Arabian Rock Art Heritage

The Application of Advanced Imaging Technology to Saudi Arabian Rock Art

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  • Jebel Arnan horse herd, Ha’il

    • Misme rider on saddle blanket, Ha’il

      • Yatib horse and rider, Ha’il

        • Al Sinya chariot and lion, al Ula

          • Al Ula horse and rider close up

            • Al Ula horse panel

              • Ummraqui horsemen, al Ula

                • Horse and Rider, Shuwaymis East

                  • Chariot and horses, Jubbah

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                      There is much debate about when the horse arrived in the Arabian Peninsula and from which direction. Because petroglyphs are …

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Stories in the Rocks

Saudi Arabia possesses world-class rock art in a dazzling desert landscape replete with majestic natural formations. Stories in the Rocks: Exploring Saudi Arabian Rock Art is a beautifully illustrated book written in an easily accessible manner. Its goal is to enlighten readers about the records created by ancient artists on the sandstone cliffs and outcrops distributed widely down Saudi Arabia from north to south.

Layan Cultural Foundation Project

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