Little Egypt

Little Egypt is an excavation site along the Coosawattee River that preserves remains of dwelling areas and earthen mounds from pre-contact times. The location features several mound clusters arranged around a central plaza where community gatherings likely took place.

The site was founded and inhabited between 1300 and 1600 as the capital of a regional territory. Spanish explorers led by Hernando de Soto encountered the thriving settlement in 1540 and recorded what they saw.

The way buildings were rebuilt and expanded over time shows how leaders asserted their power and status within the settlement. Visitors can see how the mounds and plazas reflect the organization and hierarchy of people who lived here.

The site is located away from main roads, so finding exact directions or using a local guide is helpful before visiting. The best time to visit is during warmer months when the ground is dry and walking paths are easy to navigate.

Researchers found evidence of workshops where hides were processed and treated, along with food remains and hearths that show the everyday side of life here. These details let visitors picture the daily tasks and crafts that people performed.

Location: Georgia

GPS coordinates: 34.59960,-84.68020

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:29