Aetokremnos, Archaeological site near Limassol, Cyprus
The Aetokremnos rock shelter sits 40 meters above the Mediterranean Sea on a steep cliff along the southern coast of Cyprus.
The excavation revealed four distinct sediment layers with artifacts dating back 12,000 years, establishing the earliest documented human presence on Cyprus.
The discovered flint tools share characteristics with those from the Natufian culture of the Levant mainland, indicating early maritime connections.
The site spans 40 square meters of excavated area and contains numerous fossil remains, including bones from the Cyprus Dwarf Hippopotamus.
The location provides direct evidence of pre-Neolithic seafaring capabilities, as Cyprus remained unconnected to mainland during the Quaternary period.
GPS coordinates: 34.57053,32.99063
Latest update: May 25, 2025 12:39
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