Levantine corridor

The Levantine corridor is a narrow strip of land in Western Asia, between the Mediterranean Sea to the northwest and deserts to the southeast. It connects Africa to Eurasia and is part of the Fertile Crescent, with Mesopotamia to the east.

This corridor has been important for animals moving between Eurasia and Africa. Scientists believe that early hominins traveled from Africa to Eurasia using this route, as well as through the Horn of Africa. The name "Levantine corridor" comes from the Levant, a historical region in this area.

Dispersal route for plants

Botanists recognize this area as a dispersal route for plant species. It helped plants move between different parts of the world long ago.

Migration route for humans

Further information: Prehistory of the Levant and Genetic history of the Middle East

The Levantine corridor is a narrow strip of land in Western Asia that connects Africa to Eurasia. During ancient times, it was an important path for people moving between these two areas. Archaeologists often study this region because it was where important changes happened, such as the start of farming. The first small villages were built near water sources by a group of people known as the Natufian culture.