MindMap Gallery Ancient History of Saudi Arabia
The ancient history of Saudi Arabia before the advent of Islam was dominated by the Nabatean Kingdom and the Lihyanite Kingdom. The Nabateans were renowned for Petra and the incense trade, while the Lihyanites, located in southern Arabia, excelled in agriculture. In the 7th century CE, the region was conquered by Islam, followed by the rule of the Umayyad and Abbasid caliphates. Saudi Arabia was a crucial juncture for various trade routes, including those for frankincense and myrrh, and the Silk Road. Additionally, Bedouin tribes were known for their nomadic lifestyle and camel herding, possessing rich cultural traditions such as poetry and oral history.
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