Early Civilization Hub: Archaeologists have discovered a site where the course of human history took a different turn.

In Iraqi Kurdistan, archaeologists have uncovered two ancient settlements that existed approximately 8000 years ago. These sites, situated on the Nafkor plain in the Dohuk province, are believed to hold valuable insights into the early agricultural communities of the region and their evolution into more complex societies, writes Arkeonews.

The discoveries were made during excavations at Kanispan and Asinkran, part of the "Asingera Excavations" project. Led by Marco Yamoni from the University of Udine, this research is a collaborative effort with the Directorate of Antiquities of Dohuk. Professor Yamoni, an expert in archaeology and the history of art in ancient Western Asia, emphasized the significance of these findings, particularly in understanding the development of early human societies.

At Kanispan, researchers found evidence of agricultural specialization and early craft production dating back to the 7th millennium BCE. Meanwhile, at the Asinkran site, two monumental structures known as the Rectangular Building and the White Building were excavated, believed to have served as elite residences approximately 7000 years ago.

The findings also include some of the earliest known methods of grain processing and pottery production, showcasing the technological advancements of these communities. Scholars aim to investigate how early egalitarian agricultural societies transformed into stratified communities with specialized labor systems—a model thought to have shaped modern societies.

Currently, samples have been sent to specialized laboratories for DNA analysis, paleobotanical studies, and ceramic research. The study is being conducted in collaboration with the National Museum of Denmark and the universities of Padua and Bologna.

The Asingera site also indicates continuous habitation from the ceramic Neolithic period to the beginning of the 3rd millennium BCE. In addition to Neolithic structures, traces of residential buildings from the Ottoman Empire era (1500-1800 CE) were discovered, including small stone houses and domestic ovens, providing a comprehensive view of the region's historical significance.

According to Bekas Brifkani, director of the Department of Antiquities and Heritage of Dohuk province, these findings mark an important step in reconstructing the history of human development in the region. He noted that Kurdistan plays a crucial role as a center of early civilization, making these discoveries extremely significant for understanding the collective heritage of humanity.

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