Uncovering the secrets of the ancient kingdom of Dadan
Traversing desert sands and rocky outcrops, ‘Lost Treasures of Arabia: The Ancient City of Dadan’, is a deep dive into the ancient Saudi Arabian city. We highlight the key facts about Dadan uncovered in the captivating new documentary, alongside important discoveries in the recent dig season that stand as evidence that the site was settled much earlier than previously thought.
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'Lost Treasures of Arabia: The Ancient City of Dadan’

Discover more about Dadan: Heritage and History
The capital of the Dadan and Lihyan kingdoms, the city of Dadan stands amongst the most significant discoveries in AlUla. Dating back to the late-9th century BCE, the ancient site was meticulously built from stone in the region’s valley oasis.