Koongine Cave, Archaeological cave site in Limestone Coast, South Australia
The limestone cave stretches through a ridge 4 kilometers from the coastline, containing deep sediment layers filled with ancient artifacts.
Inhabitants occupied the cave approximately 10,000 years ago for a period of 1,500 years, leaving behind extensive archaeological evidence in sediment layers.
The cave walls display finger markings created by Indigenous Australians, providing direct evidence of their presence and artistic expressions in the space.
Researchers conducted extensive excavations between 1986 and 1987, uncovering numerous artifacts that revealed specific spatial patterns within the cave system.
The cave contains up to two meters of sediment rich in artifacts and ecofacts, offering data about prehistoric human activities in South Australia.
Location: South Australia
GPS coordinates: -37.96100,140.53449
Latest update: April 24, 2025 11:28
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