Nawamis Explained

Nawamis (singular: namus) are circular prehistoric stone tombs located in the Sinai desert of Egypt, Yemen and Oman. The bones found in the tombs of Egypt date from 4000–3150 BCE.^[1]

Nawamis are constructed from sandstone, about 2- high and 3- in diameter, and have openings facing west.^[2]

Some authorities believe that the stone structures are younger than the remains found therein.^[3]

Location in Egypt

There are two spots with Nawamis on the road from Dahab to Saint Catherine:

• Hdhabat Chajaj Nawamis (usually pictured), coordinates: 28.51'19.48N, 34.22'24.62E
• Al trefiya Nawamis (only ruins survive).

Nawamis in Sultanate of Oman

Nawamis tombs were found in the areas of Bat, al-Khutm and al-Ayn in Oman.

Nawamis in Yemen

Nawamis tombs were found in the Jebel Ruwaik area in Yemen.

References

External links

• YouTube video of Nawamis

Notes and References

1. Web site: Nawamis. Allsinai.info.
2. Web site: Nawamis. https://web.archive.org/web/20060619121240/http://goredsea.com/en_travelguide-placestosee-attractionsdetails-doc11-historicalsites.aspx. dead. 2006-06-19. GoRedSea.com.
3. Web site: Nawamis, Sinai Peninsula; Egypt. The Stone.