Saudi-Chinese Team Achieves Progress in Archaeological Excavation at Al-Sirrain
As part of a Saudi-Chinese agreement, Saudi Arabia’s Heritage Commission has completed the third season of the archaeological excavation at the Al-Sirrain site in Al-Lith governorate, Makkah region.
In collaboration with China’s National Cultural Heritage Administration, the initiative seeks to exchange knowledge and expertise in archaeological excavation, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
Through the precise studying of residential areas, city planning as well as connections to other urban centers, the excavation aimed at offering a deeper understanding of the site.
In addition, it prioritized the documentation of structural features, such as parts of the city wall, towers and gates.
During the excavation, researchers discovered various artifacts, including pottery, stone vessels, decorative items, a gold dinar from the mid-second Hijri century and Chinese porcelain. They also found gravestones with distinctive carvings.
In order to shed light on the site’s significance along the Maritime Silk Road, the survey identified key architectural features, such as wall foundations and gravestones.
This remarkable milestone coincides with the Saudi-Chinese Cultural Year 2025. This newly launched initiative features various joint cultural initiatives aiming at boosting cultural exchange and strengthening historical ties between the two civilizations through the Silk Road.
Therefore, it stands as a testament to both Saudi Arabia and China’s dedication to fostering historical research and documenting shared heritage.
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