Castro de Cuaña, Iron Age archaeological site in Villacondide, Spain
Castro de Cuaña is an archaeological settlement on a strategic hilltop containing more than 80 circular stone structures linked by streets and squares. Since 1993, a teaching center on-site displays exhibitions about how this settlement developed based on archaeological discoveries.
Excavations beginning in 1876 revealed the settlement reached back to the 5th century BC. This early founding provides crucial information about the ancient peoples who occupied this region.
The northern section shows how pre-Roman communities arranged their homes and gathering places. Walking through these spaces gives a sense of how people lived and worked together.
The hilltop is accessible on foot and provides clear views across the entire settlement layout. Signage and the visitor center help you understand what the different structures were and how they fit together.
The Recinto Sacro at the base of the acropolis contains structures from the 4th century BC that served as ancient steam baths. This uncommon discovery reveals that bathing practices were part of community life in that era.
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