Faya Palaeolandscape Blog
Exploring the Ancient History of a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Resources on Faya Palaeolandscape
Explore a curated selection of publicly available resources to deepen your understanding of the Faya Palaeolandscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sharjah, UAE. These sources provide detailed insights into its 210,000-year archaeological record, from ancient tools to evidence of early human adaptation in the desert.
UNESCO World Heritage Centre
Official documentation on the Faya Palaeolandscape’s inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July 2025, detailing its significance as the first desert Paleolithic site on the list.
Journal of Archaeological Science
Academic articles on the archaeology of the Arabian Peninsula, including studies on Paleolithic tools and human dispersal patterns relevant to Faya’s 80,000-year-old artifacts.
ScienceDirect
A database of peer-reviewed research, offering papers on paleoanthropology and environmental adaptations in arid regions, providing context for Faya’s archaeological layers.
Disclaimer
This blog is an independent, non-commercial project dedicated to sharing educational content about the Faya Palaeolandscape. All information is sourced from credible, publicly available resources and is intended for educational purposes only. This site is not affiliated with any official organizations managing the Faya Palaeolandscape.