Tunip
An Egyptian painting from tomb of Menkheperraseneb I, depicting the prince of Tunip (left) bearing tribute | |
Tell Asharneh Location of Tell Asharneh, often identified with Tunip | |
| Location | Syria |
|---|---|
| Region | Hama Governorate |
| Coordinates | 35°17′13″N 36°23′52″E / 35.2869°N 36.3978°E |
| Area | c. 77 ha |
| History | |
| Periods | Bronze Age |
Tunip (probably modern Tell 'Acharneh) was a city-state along the Orontes River in western Syria in the Bronze Age. It was large enough to be an urban center, but too small to be a dominant regional power. It was under the influence of various factions like the Mitanni, Egyptians, and Hittites.