Nelson Bay Cave, Stone Age archaeological site in Robberg Nature Reserve, South Africa.
Nelson Bay Cave measures 18 meters wide by 35 meters deep, with an entrance positioned 19 to 21 meters above the sea level on Robberg Peninsula.
Archaeological excavations conducted between 1964 and 1971 revealed human occupation dating back 125,000 years, with periods of abandonment during the last ice age.
Stone tools, worked bone artifacts, ostrich eggshell beads, and pottery found in the cave demonstrate the technological capabilities of early inhabitants in southern Africa.
The cave location within Robberg Nature Reserve provides access through maintained trails, enabling visitors to explore both archaeological and natural features of the area.
Ancient graves discovered near the cave entrance contain skeletons in fetal positions adorned with shells and ochre, offering information about prehistoric burial practices.
GPS coordinates: -34.10113,23.37562
Latest update: March 4, 2025 05:58
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