Located in modern-day Syria, this is an important site because of the evidence demonstrating a likely pattern from hunter-gatherer to farming. It provides evidence of one of the earliest known villages. The leading interpretation is that they were settled in the area and practiced hunting and gathering before about 11,500 BCE. Around 11,500 BCE there is clear evidence of farming. While it’s likely they still hunted and perhaps gathered, it was around this time at least part of their food was from farming. This site provides insights into the transition from nomadic to settled life, showcasing early domestication of plants and permanent structures.
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And now the piece.
Tell Abu Hureyra
circa 11,500 BCE
Evidence of farming: rye seeds
That History Story,
was first published on TST 2 years ago.
The flashcard inspired by it is this.
All this is part of the broader TST project.
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