 Several architectural floorplans of homes have been revealed by recent excavations, as well as the general layout of several city blocks.Stone stairs were set in the streets, and drainage was planned, e.g., in the form of soakways leaching into the sandy soil.Along the Byrsa's southern slope were located not only fine old homes, but also many of the earliest grave-sites, juxtaposed in small areas, interspersed with daily life.