Thāj
Thāj
A walled Hellenistic city in eastern Arabia — the largest pre-Islamic archaeological site in the region, linked by scholars to the lost city of Gerrha.
Plan your visit
Practical information verified separately from the historical record.
Before you go: Check with the operator or a local guide before departure; field access details have not yet been verified.
Why visit?
See the golden funeral mask of the Lady of Thaj and extensive city walls and necropolis.
Thaj is a walled Hellenistic-era city in eastern Arabia and one of the largest pre-Islamic archaeological sites in the region. Excavations have revealed city walls, residential quarters, and a necropolis that includes the celebrated golden funeral mask known as the Lady of Thaj. Scholars often discuss Thaj in connection with Gerrha, the wealthy trading city known from classical sources.