concept   oldest cities
statement   The Middle East is home to many of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities with rich historical significance.

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1 oldest cities Middle East Ancient cities like Athens, Rome, and Jerusalem are considered some of the oldest in Europe and the Middle East, with rich historical significance. 1
2 oldest cities Middle East Oldest cities trace back to ancient civilizations like Mesopotamia and Egypt 1
3 oldest cities Middle East Many of the oldest cities in the world are located in the Middle East and North Africa, with a history dating back thousands of years. 1
4 oldest cities Middle East Home to some of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, with rich historical significance. 1
5 oldest cities Middle Eastern countries Oldest cities are often found in the region and are associated with early human civilization, such as Jericho and Damascus. 1
6 oldest city Middle Eastern countries Erbil in Iraq is considered one of the oldest cities, with evidence of human settlement dating back to around 5000 BCE. 1
7 oldest city Middle Eastern countries Oldest city may refer to ancient cities like Jericho, Aleppo, or Damascus, which have millennia-old histories. 1
8 oldest town Middle East Oldest towns can be found in Europe and Middle East due to their long history of human settlement and ancient civilizations. 1
9 oldest town Middle Eastern countries The oldest towns are often considered sacred and hold religious significance. 1
10 oldest town Middle Eastern countries The oldest towns are considered to hold sacred and religious significance, often attracting pilgrims and religious tourism. 1
11 second oldest city Middle East Damascus, Syria is often considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and is known for its ancient history and cultural significance. 1