Lucone di Polpenazze, Archaeological site and UNESCO World Heritage Site in Polpenazze del Garda, Italy.
Located near Lake Garda's western shore, this excavation area contains remains of prehistoric wooden structures built on stilts above water surfaces.
The site's discovery began in the 16th century during drainage works, leading to extensive archaeological investigations in the 1950s and 1960s.
Excavations revealed numerous stone tools, pottery fragments, and vessels indicating the presence of Square Mouth Pottery and Lagozza cultural groups.
Guided tours and educational workshops are organized regularly at the site, with additional artifacts displayed at the Archaeological Museum of Valle Sabbia.
A child's skull discovered at the site suggests ancient ritual practices, placed in the lake after a fire destroyed the prehistoric village.
Location: Polpenazze del Garda
Part of: prehistoric pile dwellings around the Alps
GPS coordinates: 45.55076,10.48770
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:50
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