Bahla:The Bisya and Salut Archaeological Site's Visitor Centre, located in the Wilayat of Bahla, A'Dakhiliyah Governorate, offers a unique glimpse into 5,000 years of human history in Oman, significantly contributing to the region's cultural tourism. The centre provides an opportunity for researchers and heritage enthusiasts to explore ancient human settlements and their commercial ties in the area.
According to Oman News Agency, the centre displays a variety of artefacts unearthed from the archaeological site, allowing visitors to investigate the architectural features such as forts, towers, cemeteries, and remnants of an ancient village. These exhibits offer insights into the Bronze Age, the Iron Age, and the early Islamic era, highlighting the ancient inhabitants' skills in construction, craftsmanship, and water resource management.
Ali bin Saif Al Shukaili, Director of the Bisya and Salut Archaeological Site's Visitor Centre, emphasized the site's historical significance due to its extensive timeline and the artefacts it preserves. These relics document human life, the settlers' interaction with their environment, and their resource utilization capabilities.
Al Shukaili noted that the discoveries at the site reveal ancient methods of water sourcing and usage, essential for daily life in those periods. Additionally, some artefacts suggest trade connections with India, the Sindh civilization, the Levant, and Mesopotamia. These findings allow researchers to examine cultural exchanges between the region and other ancient civilizations, enhancing the site's scientific value beyond its geographical location.
