Capo Piccolo

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Capo Piccolo, Archaeological site in Isola di Capo Rizzuto, Italy.

Located on a promontory alongside the Ionian Sea, Capo Piccolo contains ancient structures and artifacts from early Mediterranean civilizations at coordinates 38.912128N, 17.0752E.

Archaeological excavations in 1977 led by Domenico Marino revealed significant objects from Early Bronze Age II and Middle Bronze Age periods at the Capo Piccolo site.

The discoveries at Capo Piccolo demonstrate early trade connections between eastern Mediterranean regions and Italy through Minoan artifacts found at the location.

Visitors can examine artifacts from Capo Piccolo at the National Archaeological Museum in Crotone, which preserves the historical findings from this coastal site.

The archaeological site forms part of the Marine Protected Area of Capo Rizzuto, combining historical preservation with natural conservation efforts along the Italian coast.

Location: Isola di Capo Rizzuto

GPS coordinates: 38.91213,17.07520

Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:29

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