Jaylah Beehive Tombs

The ancient tombs of Al-Jilah, also known as the Buruj Kabikab, are among the most prominent historical landmarks in the Wilayat of Sur, in the South Sharqiyah Governorate of the Sultanate of Oman. These tombs are situated high in the mountains near the village of Al-Jilah in the Niabat of Tiwi, at an altitude of approximately 2,000 meters above sea level. Distinguished by their unique honeycomb-like stone design, they date back to the Bronze Age, some four thousand years ago, making them among the oldest known evidence of civilization in the region. Archaeological studies conducted in 1991 revealed approximately 90 well-preserved tombs, constructed with remarkable precision using local stone, ranging in height from 4 to 5 meters. These tombs provide evidence of the development of the ancient societies that inhabited the mountains of eastern Oman and are a significant tourist and archaeological destination, attracting researchers and those interested in Omani history and heritage.