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The Qatabanian Kingdom was an ancient South Arabian state centered in the Bayhan Valley of what is now Yemen. Its capital, Timna, stood on the incense route linking the kingdoms of Hadramaut, Saba, and Ma'in, and the kingdom derived revenue from trade in frankincense, myrrh, and other goods moving through southern Arabia. Qatabanian inscriptions and excavated objects provide evidence of its political and commercial life.
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Where was the Qatabanian Kingdom located?
The Qatabanian Kingdom was centered in the Bayhan Valley of what is now Yemen. Its capital was Timna, an important settlement in ancient South Arabia.
What was the capital of the Qatabanian Kingdom?
Timna was the kingdom's capital. It stood on the incense route connecting Qataban with Hadramaut, Saba, and Ma'in.
How did Qataban make money?
The kingdom derived revenue from trade in frankincense, myrrh, and other goods moving along the incense route. Its position in southern Arabia gave it access to long-distance caravan commerce.
Was Qataban part of ancient South Arabia?
Yes. Qataban was an ancient South Arabian state based in present-day Yemen. Its political and economic life was tied to neighboring kingdoms such as Hadramaut, Saba, and Ma'in.
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