Archaeological excavations have revealed that defensive walls made of stone and a tower were built here during the Neolithic period. These structures point to the organized labor force and collective defense capacity of early settled communities. Jericho is regarded as one of the first examples of urbanization.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was Early Settlement and Walls of Jericho?
- Jericho is one of the oldest known continuous settlements in the Jordan Valley.
- When did Early Settlement and Walls of Jericho happen?
- 8800 BCE
- Where did Early Settlement and Walls of Jericho take place?
- Eriha (Filistin)