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11,000 Years OLDER than Göbekli Tepe: 23,000-Year-Old Settlement & Early Cultivation?!

April 29, 2024

Explore the hidden marvel of Ohalo II, an archaeological gem nestled on the southwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee in Northern Israel. Despite its profound significance, this ancient site remains obscure to many.

Dating back an astonishing 23,000 years to the Last Glacial Maximum, Ohalo II stands as a testament to the enduring resilience of early human societies. Unlike typical seasonal camps, this settlement was inhabited year-round, spanning numerous generations—an exceptional rarity for such antiquity.

Yet, it's not just its age that captivates scholars and enthusiasts alike. Ohalo II boasts two extraordinary claims to fame, earning it a place in the annals of human history.

Firstly, it boasts the world's oldest brush dwellings, offering a glimpse into the daily lives of our distant ancestors. Moreover, and perhaps most remarkably, it presents evidence of the earliest known small-scale plant cultivation—a groundbreaking discovery predating the advent of agriculture in the famed Fertile Crescent by a staggering 11,000 years.

Delve into the profound implications of Ohalo II's revelations by watching our video, unveiling a settlement that predates even Göbeklitepe, and sheds light on the dawn of ice age farming—the very roots of civilization.

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