Mussel Point, Protected coastal area in Western Cape, South Africa
The coastal formations at Mussel Point contain layers of compressed rock with natural tar seeping through, creating distinct geological patterns along the shoreline.
Archaeological excavations at Mussel Point revealed a substantial shell midden dating between 3000 and 2000 years ago, measuring 350 meters long and 200 meters wide.
The site contains remnants from early pottery periods and represents the economic practices of precolonial San hunter-gatherers who inhabited the South African West Coast.
Visitors can observe various coastal features including tide pools, rock formations, and numerous plant species such as sand verbena, dune lupine, and coast aster.
The location holds the largest concentration of shell deposits from the shortest time period among South African megamiddens, providing detailed archaeological data.
GPS coordinates: -32.33670,18.31640
Latest update: March 7, 2025 15:47
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