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Basalt was used extensively in the development of the city of Abila, which is characteristic of many sites in northern Jordan. Basalt flows have been found on the northern rim of the Yarmuk River Valley, which is the area of southern Syria but was known in ancient days as Hauran. On the summit of Tell Abila, one can still see the remnants of four volcanic cinder cones to the north. Basalt flows have also been discovered near the site, in the village of Kharja. This road is a fine example of the use of basalt. This road has been dated to the Byzantine period. The stone slabs were cut a in uniform length and placed down at a slight angle to the actual direction of the road. |
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