Xá:ytem, Indigenous archaeological site in Mission, Canada
Located on the northern banks of the Fraser River, Xá:ytem features a sacred transformer stone and archaeological remains from ancient settlements spanning 5000 years.
Archaeological excavations at Xá:ytem have uncovered evidence of rectangular pit houses, hearth remains, trade items, and tools used by Indigenous communities over millennia.
The transformer stone at Xá:ytem represents three Stó:lo leaders in their mythology, maintaining deep connections to traditional stories and spiritual practices.
Visitors can access the site through Highway 7, approximately 80 kilometers east of Vancouver, where guided tours explain the archaeological discoveries and cultural significance.
The site contains one of North America's oldest documented habitation areas, leading to its preservation instead of becoming a residential subdivision in recent times.
Location: Mission
Website: http://xaytem.museum.bc.ca
GPS coordinates: 49.15139,-122.25167
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:53
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