2019.10.07 16:40 GMT+8

5,000-year-old archaeological site discovered in Israel

Updated 2019.10.07 16:40 GMT+8
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This picture, taken on October 6, 2019, shows a general view of a temple complex at the archaeological site of En Esur (Ein Asawir) where a 5,000-year-old city was discovered, near the Israeli town of Harish. /VCG Photo

It took 2.5 years of excavation work to reveal the city, including fortifications, a ritual temple and a cemetery. /VCG Photo

A stone club head was among the items unearthed. /VCG Photo

An archaeologist marks reference numbers on pottery fragments. /VCG Photo

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