For centuries, the Rub al-Halli desert, extending between Saudi Arabia and Dubai, also known as a “empty country”, was considered an uninhabited and barren ocean of sand. However, it now reveals an impressive secret. In 2002, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al -Maktum, a ruler of Dubai, found unusual dune formations and a large black deposition as he was flying over the desert. According to the Daily Mail, this observation led to the discovery of the archaeological site of Saruk al-Hadid, which is rich in copper and iron residues, and is now considered part of a 5,000-year-old culture buried under the sand. Researchers identified traces of this ancient society about three meters below the surface of the desert, hidden due to the harsh conditions and moving dunes of Rub al-Halli. Rub al-Halli covers an area of ​​over 650,000 square kilometers, making it the largest single sand in the world. This discovery rejuvenates the legend of mythical city that is known […]
Source: News Beast
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