Oldest fishing rites discovered in the UAE

A French archaeological mission in collaboration with the Department of Antiquities and Heritage has discovered the oldest fishing rites in the Arabian Peninsula that date back to 3500-3200 BC. An archaeological excavation on an islet off the coast of Umm Al Quwain revealed ancient fishing rites were conducted by tribesmen living in the region. The bones of dugongs, a large marine mammal resembling a sea cow, were found symbolically arranged on a mound, which experts believe was used for ceremonial purposes.