Jericho. From the Neolithic to the Bronze and Iron Ages: The Urban Diversity

Archaeological research at Tell es-Sultan, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities, has uncovered significant insights into the urban diversity and historical evolution of Jericho from the Neolithic to the Iron Age. The study, conducted over 16 seasons (1997–2022) by Sapienza University of Rome in collaboration with Palestinian authorities, revealed new data on social organization, environmental adaptation, and cultural practices. Notably, the discovery of Egyptian artifacts and the possible identification of the Canaanite name for the city, Ruha, provides fresh perspectives on its complex history, including foreign influences during the Bronze Age. This interdisciplinary approach, combining contextual archaeology with landscape modeling, offers a nuanced understanding of Levantine urbanization and cultural invention. The research also highlights a resilient international cooperation model, defying political trends by emphasizing shared heritage.

Nigro, L. (2023). Jericho. From the Neolithic to the Bronze and Iron Ages: The Urban Diversity. Proceedings of the 12th International Congress on the Archaeology of the Ancient near East, 399–414. https://doi.org/10.13173/9783447119030.399