Toscanos, Phoenician archaeological site in Vélez-Málaga, Spain
The excavation site spans 12 hectares near the Vélez River mouth, featuring remnants of ancient structures, streets, and a fortified perimeter dating from the 8th century BC.
The settlement reached its peak around 700 BC with 1500 inhabitants, developing maritime trade routes and establishing connections with interior Iberian communities.
Archaeological findings at Toscanos reveal evidence of fish processing facilities, agricultural activities, and trading practices that defined Phoenician colonial life in southern Spain.
The location preserves structural foundations, storage areas, and artifacts that researchers examine to understand Mediterranean trading networks and settlement patterns.
Asteroid 96086 received its name from this archaeological site following its discovery during the Palomar-Leiden Trojan survey in 1973.
Location: Vélez-Málaga
Part of: Desembocadura del río Vélez
GPS coordinates: 36.73476,-4.11540
Latest update: March 20, 2025 15:51
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