The importance and role of roads in the emergence and development of the civilizations of the syrian jazirah during the iron age

Abstract EN

The study aims to shed light on the road network and its importance in the Syrian Jazirah region during the Iron Age, Being one of the archaeologically rich periods, which was characterized by the emergence of many cultural and artistic features of this era in general, The Syrian Jazirah region was particularly distinguished, and roads were the main reason that distinguished this period and a reason for importing and exporting the cultures of other civilizations.

To be used during this period on a large scale, and to clarify their role and the difference of their networks (land and water) as in Mesopotamia due to the scarcity of waterways and channels, Land roads were used in rolling, mountainous and desert areas, and in general they were shortened, similar to the Syrian Jazirah region, In general, it was shortened, similar to the Syrian Jazirah region, and there are also long overland routes that connected Mesopotamia.

With neighboring territories, Especially those that were linked to the Syrian Jazirah region.

In addition to highlighting the role of rivers as a basic pillar for the emergence and development of civilization, as they provided important transport routes, The study relied on a descriptive and analytical approach, such as texts that illustrate those paths and roads used by the population, and maps that highlight the path of land and river roads, In addition to clarifying its role in linking through the analytical side, within the scope of the Syrian Jazirah region and Mesopotamia, and the paths that used to connect it to other civilizations, Accordingly, the study ended with a conclusion that lists the results of the study on the importance of these roads as a main artery for all activities, and their role in linking the Jazirah region internally and externally.