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When was Jericho founded according to UNESCO?
When was Jericho founded according to UNESCO?
Which culture founded Jericho?
Which culture founded Jericho?
What is another name for the period during which Jericho was founded?
What is another name for the period during which Jericho was founded?
Why did Natufians settle in Jericho?
Why did Natufians settle in Jericho?
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What important development was Jericho known for being before?
What important development was Jericho known for being before?
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What significant cultural aspect were Natufians known for?
What significant cultural aspect were Natufians known for?
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What was the purpose of the tower with 22 stairs in Jericho?
What was the purpose of the tower with 22 stairs in Jericho?
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What was the original building style in Neolithic Jericho?
What was the original building style in Neolithic Jericho?
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What was the primary reason for the development of irrigation in Neolithic Jericho?
What was the primary reason for the development of irrigation in Neolithic Jericho?
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What was a key characteristic of the transition from round to rectilinear buildings in Neolithic cities?
What was a key characteristic of the transition from round to rectilinear buildings in Neolithic cities?
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What was the primary factor that enabled the growth of Jericho's urban population during the first 1,000 years of its existence?
What was the primary factor that enabled the growth of Jericho's urban population during the first 1,000 years of its existence?
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What was the primary purpose of the first cities, like Jericho, according to the information provided?
What was the primary purpose of the first cities, like Jericho, according to the information provided?
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Study Notes
- Jericho in Palestine is considered one of the oldest cities in the world, founded around 10,000 BCE during the Neolithic period when humans began domesticating plants and animals.
- The city was founded by the Natufian culture, known for being one of the first sedentary cultures, settling down around 12,000 BCE, before the advent of agriculture.
- Jericho's location near the Jordan River in the Dead Sea, with natural springs and fertile soil, attracted the Natufians, making it a suitable site for their settlement and agriculture.
- Jericho was known for being the first city with fortifications, including a tower with 22 stairs, and within the first 1,000 years of its existence, developed irrigation systems to support an estimated population of 2,000 to 3,000 people.
- The evolution of city building in Neolithic Jericho included transitioning from round to rectilinear buildings, showcasing a common theme in early city development.
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Explore the history of Jericho in Palestine, believed to be one of the oldest cities in the world. Learn about its founding by the Natufian culture around 10,000 BCE during the Neolithic period, a time before writing and metal usage.
